Tag: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology
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La Union Prepares 95 Evacuation Centers Across 13 Municipalities for Tsunami Threats
In a proactive move to safeguard its residents against potential tsunamis, the La Union province has designated 95 evacuation centers spread across 13 local government units (LGUs). These centers are strategically placed in coastal towns such as Bangar, Luna, Balaoan, Bacnotan, San Juan, San Fernando City, Bauang, Caba, Aringay, Agoo, Santo Tomas, and Rosario, as…
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Taal Volcano Maintains Alert Level 1 Amid Minor Eruption
Despite a recent minor phreatomagmatic eruption and heightened seismic activity, Taal Volcano remains at Alert Level 1, according to the head of the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The eruption, which occurred from 7:34 p.m. to 7:37 p.m. on Monday, produced a 600-meter plume and is indicative of low-level unrest, consistent with the…
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Ilocos Region Bolsters Tsunami Preparedness Following Earthquake Swarm
In response to a series of earthquakes off the coast of Ilocos Sur, local government units across the Ilocos Region are ramping up their disaster preparedness efforts. From December 17 to 22, 2024, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) documented a cluster of seismic activities, with magnitudes ranging from 3.0 to 5.3, centered…
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Negros Oriental Commits PHP5,000 Aid to Families Hit by Mt. Kanlaon Eruption
In a show of solidarity, Negros Oriental’s Governor Manuel Sagarbarria has promised PHP5,000 to each family impacted by the recent eruption of Mt. Kanlaon in Canlaon City. The announcement came during a press conference in Dumaguete City, where Sagarbarria detailed that the financial assistance would be disbursed in January. The governor highlighted that while funds…
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