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Mayon Shows More Unrest With Rockfalls And Crater Glow
Photo credit: Fr. Paulo Barandon
Mayon Volcano is showing no signs of slowing down, as volcanologists continue to monitor its heightened activity over the last 24 hours.
As of midnight on January 8, Mayon remains under Alert Level 3, which means the volcano is in a state of high unrest and can still produce explosive eruptions or lava flows.
During the monitoring period, instruments recorded one volcanic earthquake, along with 162 rockfall events and 50 pyroclastic density currents — fast-moving clouds of hot gas, ash, and volcanic debris that can be extremely dangerous.
Observers also noted a visible crater glow, a sign that hot magma is still present near the surface. Sulfur dioxide emissions were measured at 702 tons per day (recorded on January 5), indicating continued gas release from the volcano.
A steam plume rising up to 200 meters high was also seen drifting toward the northeast, while ground deformation data show that the volcano remains swollen — another indication that magma is moving within.
Authorities are reminding communities around Mayon to stay out of the danger zones and follow the instructions of local officials. With Alert Level 3 still in place, residents are urged to stay alert, avoid unnecessary trips near the volcano, and be ready for possible escalation.
As of midnight on January 8, Mayon remains under Alert Level 3, which means the volcano is in a state of high unrest and can still produce explosive eruptions or lava flows.
During the monitoring period, instruments recorded one volcanic earthquake, along with 162 rockfall events and 50 pyroclastic density currents — fast-moving clouds of hot gas, ash, and volcanic debris that can be extremely dangerous.
Observers also noted a visible crater glow, a sign that hot magma is still present near the surface. Sulfur dioxide emissions were measured at 702 tons per day (recorded on January 5), indicating continued gas release from the volcano.
A steam plume rising up to 200 meters high was also seen drifting toward the northeast, while ground deformation data show that the volcano remains swollen — another indication that magma is moving within.
Authorities are reminding communities around Mayon to stay out of the danger zones and follow the instructions of local officials. With Alert Level 3 still in place, residents are urged to stay alert, avoid unnecessary trips near the volcano, and be ready for possible escalation.
Jan 8, 2026
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