The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) continues to closely monitor the activity of Mayon Volcano.
This comes after the volcano was raised to Alert Level 2.
In an interview with Brigada News FM Manila, PHIVOLCS Director Teresito Bacolcol said they observed an increase in the number of rockfall events at the volcano, prompting the alert level upgrade.
From November to December 2025, nearly 600 rockfall events were recorded.
According to PHIVOLCS, this indicates that magma is rising, pushing rocks downward.
Amid the volcano’s activity, the agency reiterated its warning to the public not to enter the 6-kilometer Permanent Danger Zone, stressing that no one should be inside the area.
While residents are being urged to remain cautious, PHIVOLCS clarified that evacuation is not yet necessary for communities located outside the designated danger zone.
