PHIVOLCS reports 10 earthquakes at Kanlaon Volcano in the Philippines

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The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported ten volcanic earthquakes at Kanlaon Volcano on November 6. This follows eight earthquakes recorded the previous day. On November 5, the volcano emitted 4,768 tonnes of sulfur dioxide and a 900-meter plume. On November 6, emissions increased to 2,066 tonnes and a 750-meter plume. Kanlaon Volcano remains at Alert Level 2 due to heightened activity since its June 3 eruption. Access to a 4-kilometer danger zone is restricted, and ash fall may affect nearby areas.


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