MANILA, Philippines – Taal Volcano registered five earthquakes in the last 24 hours, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said Tuesday. Alert Level 1 remains hoisted over Taal Volcano, where sudden steam-driven or phreatic explosions, volcanic earthquakes, minor ashfall, and lethal accumulations or expulsion of volcanic gas may occur and threaten areas within Taal Volcano Island (TVI). Local government units should continuously monitor barangays around Taal Lake for damage and to strengthen preparedness, contingency, and communication measures, Phivolcs said. Residents are likewise urged to observe precautionary measures due to ground displacement across fissures, possible ashfall, and minor earthquakes. GSGInquirer 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 June 09, 2020 01:07 UTC