DOT tells tourists postpone travel plans amid Mt. Kanlaon flare-up

ASH AND DEBRIS A plume of ash and volcanic debris is seen rising 4 kilometers from the vent of Kanlaon Volcano. This image was captured from Bago City, Negros Occidental, on Tuesday. — Photo by Associated Press

MANILA, Philippines — There have been no reported injuries or damage in tourism-related establishments after the eruption of Kanlaon Volcano, said the Department of Tourism (DOT) on Wednesday.

According to the DOT, no stranded tourists have also been reported in areas affected by the eruption.

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“There have been no reported injuries or damage to tourism-related establishments,” the DOT.

“However, all tourism activities near Mt. Kanlaon, including treks and visits to nearby destinations such as La Carlota City, Bago City, La Castellana, and other surrounding areas in Negros Occidental, have been temporarily suspended,” it added.

The DOT said this is due to ashfall reported in several barangays, including those within La Carlota City. Several municipalities in Negros Occidental, as well as parts of Guimaras and the provinces of Iloilo and Antique, also continue to experience ashfall.

Due to this, the DOT told travelers to postpone their trips in places affected by the eruption of the Kanlaon Volcano.

“We advise tourists to postpone any travel plans to these locations and to adhere to the safety measures established by local authorities,” the DOT said.

According to the DOT, it continues to coordinate closely with its regional offices in Central and Western Visayas after the Kanlaon Volcano erupted on Tuesday.

It assured the public that it prioritizes safety and well-being of both residents and visitors in the affected areas.

Kanlaon Volcano erupted around 5:51 a.m. on Tuesday, producing a voluminous bent plume approximately 4,000 meters tall.