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Kanlaon Volcano eruption in the Philippines

Overview

On October 10, 2026, Kanlaon Volcano on Negros Island experienced a moderately explosive eruption lasting approximately two minutes. The eruption sent a volcanic plume between five and six kilometers above the summit crater, causing ashfall, sulfur odors, and ground shaking in several areas, including La Carlota City, Don Salvador Benedicto, and San Carlos City.

By October 13, the volcano remained under Alert Level 2. Satellite data indicated a toxic sulfur dioxide gas cloud reaching heights of up to 15 kilometers and spreading northwesterly toward the provinces of Guimaras, Iloilo, Capiz, and Aklan. Authorities advised residents to stay indoors and use N95 masks to mitigate risks from ash, dust, and ballistic projectiles. A four-kilometer Permanent Danger Zone remains in effect, with warnings for communities within six kilometers to remain vigilant.

Entities

Kanlaon Volcano · Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology · Office of Civil Defense–Negros Island Region · Teresito Bacolcol · Philippine Space Agency

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Kanlaon Volcano eruption triggers toxic gas spread and ash warnings

    Kanlaon Volcano remains under Alert Level 2 in the Philippines. Authorities advise wearing masks and staying indoors as sulfur dioxide gas and ash clouds spread toward Western Visayas provinces.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Kanlaon Volcano erupts on Negros Island, Philippines

    Kanlaon Volcano erupted on Negros Island, Philippines, sending a 5-6 km ash plume into the sky. Ashfall and sulfur odors have been reported in nearby communities.

Sources

astig.ph · balita.com · brigadanews.ph · kurir.rs