The PHIVOLCS Volcano Alert Level Scheme is a guide to understanding the state of an active volcano, the current threat it poses, and the ways to ensure public safety. An Alert Level represents the ...

Alert Level 3 was raised over Mayon Volcano in Albay after pyroclastic density currents (PDC) or “uson” were recorded, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) said Tuesday.

The chief volcanologist Teresito Bacolcol said it is too early to tell if Mayon’s restiveness would lead to a major and violent eruption.

MANILA, Philippines(AP) — A series of mild eruptions at the most active volcano in the Philippines has prompted the evacuation of nearly 3,000 villagers from a danger zone on its foothills, officials ...