Taal Volcano Experiences Minor Phreatomagmatic Eruption Early Wednesday

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reported a brief phreatomagmatic eruption at Taal Volcano in Batangas early Wednesday morning, October 1. The event began at 2:02 a.m. and concluded by 2:15 a.m.\n\nPhivolcs stated that the eruption produced an eruption column reaching 2,500 meters high, drifting toward the northwest. Despite the activity, the agency confirmed that Alert Level 1 remains in effect for Taal Volcano.\n\nAn Alert Level 1 status indicates that the volcano is in an abnormal state with signs of low-level unrest and may exhibit further volcanic activity. Taal Volcano is recognized as one of the most active volcanoes in the Philippines, according to Phivolcs.\n\nAuthorities continue to monitor the situation closely and advise residents to remain alert for any changes in volcanic behavior.