LA PALMA, Spain — Authorities told several thousand residents of La Palma to stay home because of worsening air quality as the erupting volcano on the Spanish island spewed red-hot lava and thick clouds of black smoke. Emergency services issued a lockdown order on Friday night for people in Los Llanos de Aridane and El Paso, two of the worst affected towns. About 6,000 people have been evacuated from their homes since the Cumbre Vieja volcano began erupting on Sept. 19. “Less than 8% of the island is affected by the volcano. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy PolicyInquirer calls for support for the victims of Taal volcano eruption Responding to appeals for help, the Inquirer is extending its relief to the families affected by the recent eruption of Taal volcano.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer October 02, 2021 09:22 UTC