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Philippines' Kanlaon Volcano Erupts, Sends Ash 4,000m High

The volcano on Negros Island remains under Alert Level 3 after a powerful early morning eruption.

  • Publish date: Tuesday، 08 April 2025
Philippines' Kanlaon Volcano Erupts, Sends Ash 4,000m High

Kanlaon Volcano, located on Negros Island in the central Philippines, erupted early Tuesday morning, April 8, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs).

The eruption began at 5:51 AM, sending a massive ash plume soaring up to 4,000 meters high. The thick column of smoke drifted southwest, affecting areas around the volcano.

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WATCH: An explosive eruption is currently occurring at the summit vent of Kanlaon Volcano in Negros Island that began at 5:51 a.m. today, April 8, 2025, according to PHIVOLCS. The said eruption in Kanlaon is producing a voluminous bent plume approximately 4,000 meters tall that is drifting southwest. Pyroclastic density currents or PDCs descended the slopes on the general southern edifice based on IP and thermal camera monitors. Alert level 3 prevails over the said volcano. Courtesy: PHIVOLCS/FB

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Pyroclastic flows recorded on southern slope

Phivolcs confirmed that pyroclastic density currents (PDCs) — fast-moving, deadly clouds of hot gas, ash, and debris — rolled down the southern side of the volcano. These were captured by infrared and thermal cameras monitoring the area.

Flights above Mt. Kanlaon now also prohibited: CAAP | ABS-CBN News

Kanlaon remains at Alert Level 3

Alert Level 3 remains in effect, meaning the volcano is still in a high state of unrest and more eruptions are possible. Phivolcs has strongly warned the public to avoid the four-kilometer permanent danger zone due to the risk of sudden explosions and volcanic hazards.

Locals and nearby communities are urged to remain cautious and stay updated through official advisories.

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