Taal Volcano erupts again, marking fifth steam-driven blast in October
Taal Volcano in Batangas province produced another phreatic eruption, the fifth this month, while the alert level stayed at 1.
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology reported a one-minute steam-driven eruption at Taal Volcano, bringing the monthly total to five. The latest burst followed a two-minute eruption early on October 20 and two earlier events earlier in the month. Despite the activity, officials kept the volcano’s alert level at 1, indicating low-level unrest.
Why it matters
Repeated eruptions keep Taal Volcano under close watch, affecting local safety and aviation.
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