Kanlaon Volcano Erupts: Evacuation Orders & Safety Information
The Kanlaon Volcano in the Philippines erupted on Monday, prompting authorities to raise the alert level to 3 and issue evacuation orders for residents within a six-kilometer danger zone.
Evacuation Orders Issued
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) has directed residents in the following barangays to evacuate immediately due to the hazards associated with the volcano’s activity:
* **Bago City, Negros Occidental:**
* Mailum
* Ilijan
* **La Carlota, Negros Occidental:**
* Ara-Al
* Yubo
* **La Castellana, Negros Occidental:**
* S?sag-Ang
* M?mansalanao
* Cabagnaan
* B?biaknabato
* Masulog
* **Canlaon, Negros Oriental:**
* L?linothangan
* Malaiba
* Lumapao
* **San Carlos, Negros Occidental:**
* Codcod
Potential Hazards from Kanlaon Volcano
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) warns of various hazards associated with the volcano’s activity, including:
* Sudden explosive eruptions
* Lava flow or effusion
* Ashfall
* Pyroclastic density currents (PDCs)
* Rockfall
* Lahars during heavy rains
Evacuation Centers Designated
Individuals affected by the evacuation orders are urged to seek safety at the following designated centers:
* Lag-asan (Bago City)
* Tabao (Sagay City)
* Rizal (San Carlos City)
* Barrio Vista Alegre (Bacolod City)
* Hilamonan (Kabankalan, Negros Occidental)
* Sibucao (San Enrique, Negros Occidental)
* Barangay III (Himaymaylan City, Negros Occidental)
* Taculing (Bacolod City, Negros Occidental)
* Moises Padilla (Negros Occidental)
* Cubay (La Carlota, Negros Occidental)
* Sitio Canlayuhan (Baranagy Gil Montilla, Sipalay City, Negros Occidental)
Government Assistance Ensured
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. has assured the public that the government is fully prepared to assist those affected by the eruption. The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has pledged necessary resources, and the distribution of food packs to evacuees has already commenced.
Stay updated on the developments and follow the directives of local authorities for your safety. For the latest information on Kanlaon Volcano’s activity, visit the PHIVOLCS website.