Phivolcs records drop in Mayon volcanic activity, mulls lowering alert level

By Arlie O. Calalo

Jun 13, 2023 12:49 pm

THE Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has recorded a decrease in seismic activity and sulfur dioxide (SO2) emission at Mayon Volcano on Tuesday, prompting the govt agency to consider bringing down the alert level if the decrease is 'sustained.'

'If there is a sustained decrease in the monitored parameters in the next few weeks, then we have to revert back to Alert Level 2,' Phivolcs Director Teresito 'Toto' Bacolcol said in an exclusive interview with The Manila Times on Tuesday.

Already have an active account? Log in here to continue reading.
Or
Subscribe to the Premium Subscription plan to access this subscriber-exclusive article.

Related Articles

Senatorial aspirant withdraws bid despite SC ruling vs disqualification

Ballot printing starts Saturday

17 Filipino seamen freed

'China's behavior undermines regional peace'

High prices, corruption key issues for party-list groups

Better Services, Better Governance in Makati

Marcos to study teen pregnancy bill