MANILA, Philippines — State volcanologists reported Wednesday an “elevated” increase in seismic activity at Taal Volcano in Batangas. “Overall seismic energy release has markedly increased since yesterday afternoon compared to previous seismic swarms,” Phivolcs said. The volcano has been also displaying increased activities on the following parameters: sulfur dioxide gas emission, and ground deformation of the Taal Volcano Island and the Taal caldera region. “The above parameters indicate that magma has been migrating across shallow depths beneath Taal Volcano Island, increasing possibilities of magmatic eruption,” Phivolcs said. It strongly recommended that entry into volcano island and Taal’s permanent danger zone as well as occupancy and boating on Taal Lake be strictly prohibited.

Source: Philippine Star March 24, 2021 06:22 UTC