MAYON VOLCANO ERUPTION The effusive eruption of Mayon Volcano continued for its 23rd consecutive day on Thursday, January 29, 2026, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). Phivolcs reported that the ongoing volcanic activity has generated incandescent lava flows, pyroclastic density currents—locally known as “uson”—as well as frequent rockfall events along the slopes of the volcano. These hazards pose significant risks to nearby communities, particularly t

LOOK: Effusive eruption at Mayon Volcano continues for the 23rd consecutive day, generating incandescent lava flows, pyroclastic density currents (PDC) or “uson”, and rockfall. Lava flows have reached radial distances from the crater of ~3.7km in the Basud (east), ~1.6km in the Bonga (southeast), and ~1.3km in the Mi-isi Gullies as of 29 January 2026. Alert Level 3 prevails over Mayon and entry into the 6-km Permanent Danger Zone must be prohibited. Camera settings: Aperture: f/5.6, Exposure tim