OCD: Ashfall, sulfuric odor after Kanlaon’s ‘explosive’ eruption

MANILA, Philippines — Some communities in Negros Island Region reported a sulfuric odor and ashfall following the moderately explosive eruption of Kanlaon Volcano on Saturday, the Office of Civil Defense (OCD) reported.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) earlier said the volcano erupted at around 12:30 p.m., with the event ending at 12:48 p.m.

The eruption generated volcanic plumes that rose approximately 5 to 6 kilometers above the summit crater and drifted north-northeast, according to Phivolcs.

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The OCD in the Negros Island Region said in a statement that Bago City experienced a visible volcanic cloud, booming sounds and ground shaking, although no ashfall or sulfuric odor was reported.

In San Carlos City, a sulfuric odor was observed in the upper portions of Barangay Codcod, while no ashfall was recorded.

Residents of La Carlota City also reportedly heard rumbling sounds, while ashfall and a sulfuric odor were reported in Sitio Guintubdan, Barangay Ara-al.

Ashfall was also reported in Barangays Igmayaan and Kumaliskis in Don Salvador Benedicto.

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“These preliminary reports are being validated in coordination with the concerned local government units (LGUs),” the OCD said.

Alert Level 2 remains in effect over Kanlaon Volcano, indicating increasing volcanic unrest.

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The OCD said it continues to coordinate with local government units and concerned agencies in the region to assess the situation and facilitate appropriate response measures. /das