Taal Volcano Bulletin 26 August 2013 8:00 A.M.

Sunday, 25 August 2013 23:37

Taal Volcanos (14.0000N, 120.9833E) seismic network recorded two (2) volcanic earthquakes during the past 24-hour observation period. Field measurements on 23 August 2013 at the eastern sector of the Main Crater Lake yielded slight decrease in water temperature of 33.0C from 33.4C, increase in water level of 0.76 meter from 0.45 meter, and slight decrease in water acidity of pH 3.17 from pH 3.11. Ground deformation survey in the Volcano Island on 23 May - 01 June 2013 yielded slight deflation at Calauit, Alas-as, Pira-piraso, Daang Kastila and New Eruption Site precise leveling lines compared to the February 2013. Meanwhile, GPS data from May 2013 to first week of July 2013 showed slight deflationary changes in ground deformation while the edifice is still slightly inflated in general compared to February 2011 baseline data. Carbon dioxide (CO2) emission at the Main Crater Lake increased to 1700 tonnes per day on 06 July 2013 compared to 947 tonnes per day last 03 March 2013. Alert Level 1 remains in effect over Taal Volcano. This means that hazardous eruption is not imminent. The public, however, is reminded that the Main Crater should be strictly off-limits because sudden steam explosions may occur and high concentrations of toxic gases may accumulate. The northern portion of the Main Crater rim, in the vicinity of Daang Kastila Trail, may also become hazardous when steam emission along existing fissures suddenly increases. Furthermore, the public is also reminded that the entire Volcano Island is a Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ), and permanent settlement in the island is strongly not recommended.

MAYON VOLCANO BULLETIN, 31 July 2013, 8:00 A.M.

Tuesday, 30 July 2013 23:11

Mayon Volcanos (13.2500N, 123.6833E) seismic network recorded two (2) volcanic earthquakes during the past 24-hour. Moderate emission of white steam plume was observed drifting west-northwest. No crater glow was observed last night. Sulfur dioxide (SO2) emission on 14 June 2013 was measured at an average of 133 tonnes/day. Ground deformation survey (precise leveling) on the third week of May 2013 showed slight inflation of the edifice compared to February 2012, with the volcano still slightly inflated compared to January 2010 baselines. Mayon Volcanos alert status remains at Alert Level 1, which means that it is at abnormal condition. Although this means that presently no magmatic eruption is imminent, it is strongly advised that the public refrain from entering the 6-kilometer radius Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ) due to the perennial life-threatening dangers of rockfalls, landslides/avalanches at the middle to upper slope, sudden ash puffs and steam-driven or phreatic eruptions from the summit. Active stream/river channels and those identified as perennially lahar-prone areas on all sectors of the volcano should also be avoided especially during extreme weather conditions when there is heavy and prolonged rainfall. DOST-PHIVOLCS maintains its close monitoring of Mayon Volcano and any new development will be communicated to all concerned stakeholders. DOST-PHIVOLCS

Tsunami Bulletin No.: 2

Tsunami Bulletin No.: 2 September 01, 2012 12:10AM Tsunami Alert Cancellation PHIVOLCS is cancelling all tsunami alerts associated with the magnitude 7.7 earthquake that occurred at 8:47 PM (Philippine Standard Time) on August 31, 2012. The local government of affected coastal provinces may now advise and assist those who evacuated to safely return to their communities. Initial reports of sea level disturbance received by PHIVOLCS indicate that the tsunami generated by this earthquake did not reach life-threatening heights. The National Mapping and Resource Information Authority (NAMRIA) reported the tsunami in Surigao City with initial heights of 16 centimeters and 19 centimeters at 10:48 PM. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) also reported a three centrimeter tsunami recorded by the tide gauges in Legaspi City at 9:43 PM and Davao City at 9:50 PM. Waves not higher than half meter were also reportedly observed in Pilar, Surigao del Norte in Siargao Island about 10 minutes after the earthquake. No bigger tsunami associated with this earthquake is expected to follow after this cancellation. All tsunami alerts are now lifted. This will be the last bulletin issued for this event.
Friday, 31 August 2012 16:16

Tsunami Bulletin No.:1

Friday, 31 August 2012 14:34

Tsunami Bulletin No.:1 August 31, 2012, 9:01

TSUNAMI ALERT LEVEL 3 - Immediate Evacuation A strong earthquake occurred Guiuan, Eastern Samar at 8:47 PM , 31 August 2012 (Philippine Time), located at 10.83 N 126.76E with depth of 10km and a preliminary magnitude of 7.7 . PHIVOLCS Tsunami Alert Level is now raised to 3. People in threatened coastal areas are STRONGLY ADVISED TO IMMEDIATELY EVACUATE to higher grounds. Coastal areas in the following provinces are expected to be affected by high tsunami waves. Boats at sea are advised to stay in the deeper parts of the open seas until the threat has passed. If there is sufficient time, boats in harbors and enclosed bays are advised to go to the deeper parts of the open seas until the threat has passed. Coastal areas fronting the Pacific Ocean of the following provinces should evacuate immediately: Northern Samar Eastern Samar Leyte Southern Leyte Surigao del Norte Surigao del Sur PHIVOLCS-DOST (http://www.phivolcs.dost.gov.ph/)