Phivolcs Records 175 Volcanic Quakes at Taal Volcano in the Past 24 Hours

Phivolcs Releases Latest Update About Taal Volcano

The state seismology agency Phivolcs has recorded at least 175 volcanic quakes around Taal Volcano in the past 24 hours.

On Saturday (March 20, 2021), the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology released the latest updates regarding Taal Volcano. The agency reported that the volcano generates a total of 175 volcanic earthquakes over the last 24 hours.

Phivolcs said that the volcano’s main crater consists moderate emission of steam-laden plumes from fumarolic vents that could reach from 80 to 100 meters. 131 volcanic tremors around Taal lasted for around one to 15 minutes.

Taal Volcano

The agency also announced on its March 15 advisory that the volcano generates 252 volcanic earthquakes within 24 hours. Taal remains under alert level 2, which indicates signs of unrest.

Taal could generate sudden steam-driven or phreatic explosions, volcanic earthquakes, minor ash fall, and expulsions as it remains under alert level 2.

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Taal Volcano

The volcanology bureau prohibits the entry in some areas in Taal Volcano Island, Taal’s Permanent Danger Zone. The local government officials are also advised to prepare in case of renewed unrest.

Phivolcs also advised the pilot to avoid flying near Taal’s main crater, which may cause sudden explosions and wind-remobilized ash. 

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