Kemits over 5,000 SO2 -- Phivolcs

Kanlaon Volcano’s sulfur dioxide emission up; alert level 2 stays

By: - Reporter / @zacariansINQ
/ 10:55 AM November 04, 2024

Mount Kanlaon

Kanlaon Volcano as seen from Canlaon City (Photo from INQUIRER Visayas Bureau)

MANILA, Philippines – Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island emitted 5,177 tons of sulfur dioxide (SO2) on Sunday, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said Monday.

Based on Phivolcs latest advisory, the SO2 emission on Sunday, Nov. 3,  was more than the 4,171 tons emitted the day before.

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The plumes reached 350 meters, with the volcano’s edifice still inflated.

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Five total volcanic earthquakes and two ashing events were also recorded by Phivolcs.

Alert Level 2 or increasing unrest remains in effect.

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“Sudden steam-driven or phreatic eruptions” may also take place, Phivolcs warned.

Civil aviation authorities had advised pilots to avoid flying close to the volcano’s summit.

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