Phivolcs: 3 eruptions of Taal volcano recorded
MANILA, Philippines — Three eruptions of the Taal Volcano in Batangas have been recorded on the morning of Sunday, October 26, state seismologists Phivolcs said.
Phivolcs reported that it recorded one minor phreatic eruption, which occurred at 2:55 a.m., and two minor phreatomagmatic eruptions at 8:13 a.m. and 8:20 a.m.
The eruptions generated plumes that were spewed up to 1,200–2,100 meters above the craters, according to Phivolcs.
It also raised Alert Level 1 for the Taal Volcano.
During Alert Level 1, Phivolcs says that hydrothermal or tectonic activity may be occurring beneath the volcano; steam-driven, gas, or hydrothermal explosions can occur without warning.
On Saturday, October 25, Phivolcs also recorded a minor phreatomagmatic eruption at its main crater.
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