Canlaon volcano (Philippines): increased seismic activity

The seismic activity at the volcano increased yesterday. PHIVOLCS recorded 136 volcano-tectonic earthquakes beneath the western flanks. 4 volcano-tectonic earthquakes with magnitude M 3.2-4.7 at 1:01, 1:04, 1:34 and 2:06 local time were felt in La Carlota, Bago City, Negros Occidental, Canlaon City and Negros Oriental. Emissions of gas and steam plumes rose 656 ft (200 m) above the crater and…