Schlagwort: volcano

Unrest continues at the volcano. During the past 24 hours, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) recorded a total of three (3) rockfall events most likely caused by volcanic quakes and ongoing ground deformation along the slopes of the volcano.
The slopes „inflate“ due to rising of the molten magma underneath. This may also cause additional effects such as an increased release of SO2 and steam plumes.
Mayon remains at Alert Level 1, „which means that it is at an abnormal condition. Although this means that presently no magmatic eruption is imminent, it is strongly advised that the public refrain from entering the 6-kilometer radius Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ) due to the perennial life-threatening dangers of rockfalls, landslides/avalanches at the middle to upper slope, sudden ash puffs and steam-driven or phreatic eruptions from the summit.“ (PHIVOLCS)

Asama volcano today (image: JMA)

The alert level for the volcano was lowered to Level 1, as a low-level activity continues.
The increasing trend of the volcano that started at the end of June last year, has decreased during the past few months.

An eruption could occur with no warning.
The warning bulletin states that ballistic impacts of volcanic bombs could affect an area of about 500 m distance from the main crater.

Source: Japan Meteorological Agency volcano activity update 5 February 2021