Kanlaon Volcano erupts in Philippines, sends ash plume 800 meters into sky
05.05.2026 - 10:27 | Last Updated:
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Kanlaon Volcano erupted early Tuesday, releasing an ash plume up to 800 meters high as authorities urged residents to stay clear of the danger zone.
A fresh eruption at Kanlaon Volcano in the central Philippines has prompted renewed safety warnings, as volcanic ash shot hundreds of meters into the air shortly after dawn. The eruption sent ash drifting westward, raising concerns for nearby communities and air quality.
According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, alert level 2 remains in effect, indicating ongoing volcanic unrest and the potential for further eruptions. Monitoring data over the past 24 hours showed increased activity, including multiple ash emissions, a series of volcanic earthquakes, elevated sulfur dioxide levels, and continued ground deformation.
Authorities are maintaining strict safety measures, warning the public to stay outside the established 4-kilometer (2.4-mile) permanent danger zone surrounding the volcano. Officials say sudden explosions remain possible, posing risks from ashfall, rock fragments, and toxic gases.
Kanlaon is one of the most active volcanoes in the Philippines, a country located along the Pacific Ring of Fire, where seismic and volcanic activity is frequent. While no immediate casualties or damage have been reported, officials continue to closely monitor the situation and urge residents to remain vigilant.
