Photo: wiki/KanlaonOn Thursday, February 19, a moderate eruption of the Kanlaon volcano occurred on the Philippine island of Negros. The eruption from the crater reached over 2000 meters in height, with plumes of smoke heading southwest. In this regard, Alert Level 2 remains elevated over Kanlaon Volcano, and entry into the 4-kilometer radius Permanent Danger Zone is strictly prohibited. The highest point is Mount Kanlaon, located at an elevation of 2,460 meters above sea level. There are three hot springs on the slopes of the volcano: Mambukal Hot Springs to the northwest, Bucalan Hot Springs, and Bungol Hot Springs.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer February 19, 2026 16:01 UTC