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ONE OF THE WORLD'S MOST ACTIVE VOLCANOES ERUPTED! Lava flows at incredible speed!
According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, the eruption occurred at 17:38 local time, when a lava collapse triggered a powerful pyroclastic flow down the southwestern slopes of the volcano.
TL;DR
- A lava collapse triggered a dangerous pyroclastic flow down the southwestern slopes of the Mayon volcano.
- The flow moved towards Legazpi City, causing panic, heavy ashfall, and reduced visibility.
- The third alert level remains in effect, indicating high volcanic activity and potential for further eruptions.
- An exclusion zone of six kilometers from the crater is enforced, and residents are warned of possible mudflows.
- Wearing masks is recommended due to high concentrations of sulfur dioxide and fine particles.
- Emergency services are monitoring the situation and may order an evacuation if activity intensifies.