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Mayon, the most famous of the active volcanoes of the Philippines, is a perfect stratovolcano rising to 2462 m on Luzon Island. It erupts very frequently.
Stratovolcano 2462 m (8,077 ft)
Luzon Island, Philippines, 13.26°N / 123.69°E
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Mayon volcano eruptions:
1616, 1766, 1800, 1811(?), 1814, 1827, 1834, 1839, 1845, 1846, 1851, 1853, 1855, 1857, 1858, 1859, 1860, 1861, 1862, 1863(?), 1868, 1871-72, 1872, 1873, 1876, 1876, 1881-82, 1885, 1886-87, 1888, 1890, 1891-92, 1893, 1895, 1896, 1897, 1900, 1902(?), 1928, 1928, 1939, 1941, 1943, 1947, 1968, 1978, 1984, 1993, 1999-2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2003(?), 2004, 2006, 2009, 2013
Typical eruption style:Explosive.
Last earthquakes nearby
Mayon volcano: eruption news and updates
Thu, 18 Dec 16:00
During 9-16 December, white plumes were occasionally observed rising from Mayon's crater and drifted WNW and WSW, sometimes downslope. ...moreThree volcanic earthquakes were recorded on 9 December and one was recorded on 11 December. Alert Level remained at 3 (on a 0-5 scale). PHIVOLCS reminded residents of the 6-km-radius Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ) around the volcano and the 7-km Extended Danger Zone (EDZ) on the SE flank. (Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report 10-16 December 2014) [ less] Fri, 5 Dec 16:11
Lahar hazard map for Mayon volcano (PHILVOLCS) PHIVOLCS warns against possible lahars (mud flows) that will likely occur in river beds draining from Mayon and Bulusan volcanoes during the expected heavy rains from typhoon Ruby. ...moreLahars, althoug not directly the result of volcanic activity, are among the most destructive hazards on active volcanoes, where much loose material has been accumulated on typically steep slopes and as a result can be easily re-mobilized by rain. [ less]
Fri, 14 Nov 07:33
During 5-11 November white plumes rose from Mayon's crater and drifted S, SW, WSW, WNW, and NW, sometimes downslope. Weak incandescence from the crater was noted some nights. ...moreAs many as five volcanic earthquakes were recorded per day. The Alert Level remained at 3 (on a 0-5 scale). (Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report 5-11 November 2014) [ less] Fri, 7 Nov 13:14
PHIVOLCS reported that during 28 October-4 November white plumes rose from Mayon's crater and drifted SW, WSW, WNW, and NW, sometimes down the flanks. Weak incandescence from the crater was noted at night on 28 October. ...moreA few volcanic earthquakes and rockfall signals were recorded during 29-31 October and 4 November. A 4 November report noted that ground deformation had been detected since the beginning of 2014. Tilt data from the network on the NW flank indicated continuing inflation since August, subsequent to a period of inflation in June and July. The inflation events were thought to correspond to a magma body, approximately 107 cubic meters, slowly intruding at depth. Precise leveling measurements also indicated sustained inflation. The Alert Level remained at 3 (on a 0-5 scale). [ less] [ read all]
Sat, 1 Nov 12:05
PHIVOLCS reported that during 22-28 October white plumes rose from Mayon's crater and drifted SW, WSW, WNW, and NW. A few volcanic earthquakes and rockfall signals were recorded during 23-25 and 28 October. ...moreWeak crater incandescence from the crater was noted at night on 22, 25, and 27 October. The Alert Level remained at 3 (on a 0-5 scale). [ less] Fri, 24 Oct 14:57
PHIVOLCS reported that during 14-21 October white plumes rose from Mayon's crater and drifted NW, W, WSW, SW, and SE. On 14 October a seismic signal indicating a rockfall was recorded and a brief period of incandescence from the crater was observed. ...moreA few volcanic earthquakes were recorded during 18-21 October. On 19 October weak incandescence from the crater was noted. A new lava flow first observed that same day was 300-400 m long on 20 October based on an aerial survey. Weak crater incandescence from the lava dome was again seen on 21 October. The Alert Level remained at 3 (on a 0-5 scale). (Smithsonian / USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report 15-21 October 2014) [ less] [ read all]
Mon, 13 Oct 18:12
A viscous lava flow started to descend from the summit crater of the volcano on the southeast slope. On Sunday, it was approx. 350 m long and advancing slowly, with incandescence visible at night. ...moreAccording to an interview with Philvolcs scientists, the present situation is similar to the days before a large explosion occurred in 1986. The currently slow extrusion could be the foreplay of a potentially dangerous and large explosive eruption. This scenario could occur if the lava flow is caused by new, gas-rich magma, which is now rising and currently pushing out an overlying column of older, degassed and viscous lava above it in the conduit. According to press articles, more than 12,000 people have been evacuated from areas close to the volcano and a 6 km exclusion zone is in place. Other hazards include landslides and pyroclastic flows if parts of the lava flow collapse. [ less] [ read all]
Wed, 24 Sep 11:05
During 17-18 September the network recorded 142 volcanic earthquakes and 251 rockfall events. Although rain clouds prevented visual observations of the crater, white steam plumes drifting SSW were noted. ...moreThe network recorded 38 volcanic earthquakes and 277 rockfall events during 18-19 September; cloud cover prevented visual observations. During 19-21 September four volcanic earthquakes along with 8-22 rockfall events per day were recorded. White steam plumes drifted ENE and NNE during 20-21 September. During 21-23 September three volcanic earthquakes per day and 13-18 rockfall events per day were recorded; white steam plumes drifted NNE, NE, ENE, and SW. [ less] [ read all]
Wed, 17 Sep 09:40
Hazard map of Mayon volcano with 6 km / 7 km (SE sector) exclusion zone (image: GVP) The volcano could to be heading towards a new eruption. PHILVOLCS raised the alert level of the volcano was raised from 2 to 3 (on a scale of 1-5) on 15 Sep, following increased seismic activity and observation of small incandescent rockfalls on the southeastern upper flank. ...moreThe presence of low-frequency earthquakes suggests that magma has started to rise within the volcano, which would explain the recently observed lava dome and the glowing rockfalls during recent days, which in turn likely originated from it. The exclusion zone around Mayon has been extended to 6 km around the whole volcano and 7 km on the most exposed southeastern sector. This area is most at risk, if dangerous pyroclastic flows (hot avalanches of fragmented lava from the dome, mixed with hot air and gasses) develop. [ less] [ read all]
Sun, 17 Aug 10:37
A small lava dome is present at the top of the volcano. During a field survey on 12 August, PHIVOLCS scientists observed a new lava dome, approx. 30-50 m high. It is not known when exactly the dome had grown, but it seems likely that it was relatively recently. ...moreIn the past 2 months, the volcano experienced weak and short phases of inflation, suggesting pulses of rising magma. In addition, sulfur dioxide emissions had been higher than normal during the past 2 weeks. However, no incandescence was observed during the past 4 months. As a precaution, PHILVOLCS decided to raise the alert level of the volcano from 1 to 2. An exclusion zone of 6 km radius around the summit is in place. [ less] [ read all]
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Mon, 1 Jul 16:33
PHILVOLCS maintains alert level 1 for the volcano. No significant seismic activity is taking place, and no crater glow has been observed recently. Degassing is at normal levels, but ground deformation measurements show that the edifice is still slightly inflated compared to January 2010 baselines. ...moreAlert level 1 means that it is thought that presently no magmatic eruption is imminent, but it is strongly advised to stay out of a radius of 6 km around the volcano because of the danger of sudden (phreatic) explosions as well as rockfalls and landslides and mud flows during heavy rainfall. [ less] Mon, 3 Jun 10:56
The alert level for the volcano has been raised by PHILVOLCS. A weak incandescence is sometimes observed at the summit, and slight inflation has been detected, suggesting that magma has started to intrude into the volcanic edifice. ...moreOn the other hand, SO2 and seismic parameters have not shown a significant increase, which probably means that an eruption is not imminent. However, as the deadly phreatic eruption on 7 May illustrated, sudden explosions can occur any time without particular precursory signs. [ less] [ read all]
Tue, 7 May 06:57
A sudden (probably phreatic) powerful eruption from the summit crater occurred this morning and killed at least 5 people in camp #2 and wounded 15 others. ...moreThe victims, many foreigners, were part of an organized group of climbers. They were surprised by the explosion that showered the camp area with ballistic blocks that hit them. The eruption itself produced a large ash-plume rising several hundred meters before dispersing. [ less] [ read all]
Sun, 11 Nov 08:48
Signs of unrest have been detected at Mayon volcano that could be first signs of new activity in the not too distant future (months ?). ...morePHILVOLCS has been recording few, but more than background numbers of volcanic earthquakes under the volcano recently. Visible activity consists of the emission of white steam plumes. Cater glow if any could not be observed due to cloud cover of the summit area. The SO2 emission rate was last measured on 01 November 2012 at an average of 153 tonnes per day. Ground deformation by precise leveling between Aug 2011 and May 2012, as well as tile and GPS data between May and Aug 2012 indicated slight inflation of the lower and deflation of the upper slopes. [ less] [ read all]
Tue, 31 Jul 10:05
Mayon as most of the other volcanoes in the Philippines is currently quiet as the eruptions blog writes. ...moreThe latest PHIVOLCS update reports little to no seismicity, SO2 emissions below 100 tonnes/day and no deformation measured since February. [ less] Sun, 30 Jan 09:13
Weak activity is present at Mayon volcano's summit crater, where a red glow can be seen at night. Philvolcs reports that during 18-25 January 2011, up to two daily volcanic earthquakes were detected by the seismic network.
Wed, 16 Dec 10:19
Mayon volcano started to erupt again on Dec 14. The lava dome in the summit of the steep stratovolcano began to grow again and is producing strombolian and vulcanian explosions as well as incandescent rock avalanches and small pyroclastic flows travelling down up to 3 km the SE side of the volcano. ...moreAuthorities have raised the alert level to 3 (out of 4) and started to evacuate 50,000 people living in the immediate neighborhood of the volcano. [ less] Wed, 11 Nov 06:51
At 1:58 AM on 11 Nov, an ash explosion occurred at the summit crater of Mayon Volcano. The event was not well observed as the summit was in clouds, but recorded on seismographs and iincandescent rock fragments were seen at the upper slope of the steep stratovolcano. Ashfall drifted towards the Southwest quadrant of the volcano due to the prevailing Northeast monsoon.
Thu, 13 Aug 07:13
Even the number of earthquakes from Mayon have decreased, the volume of sulfur dioxide emissions has increased sharply. May be a sign of a comming eruption?Authorities declared four villages off-limits to people.
Sat, 2 Dec 10:22
We regret to post a very sad volcano-related news entry. Heavy rainfall from the exceptionally strong typhoon Durian that hit the Philippines a few days ago triggered a series of huge mud flows and landslides on the slopes of Mayon volcano (which itself has been quiet for over a month now, but accumulated lots of fresh deposits in its last eruptive phase in the summer 2006).
The lahars (mud flows) buried dozends of villages and hundreds of people lost their lives.
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Thu, 14 Sep 07:56
Seismic activity and lava extrusion from Mayon decreased during 6-12 September. Ground-deformation measurements showed an overall deflation. On 11 September, the Alert Level was lowered from 4 to 3 and around 30,000 people who had been evacuated early in August were allowed to return to their homes.
Thu, 7 Sep 20:31
Thick blocky lava lava continues to flow from Mayon volcano. The main active flow on the SE slope reaches about 800 m elevation where the flow front begins to disintegrate into loose blocks that roll into the Buyoan ravine.
Occasional explosions at Mayon continued during the past weeks. According to seismic data, four explosions were registered on 31 August. Ashfall was reported in surrounding cities including Tabaco (about 13 km NW) and Guinobatan (about 13 km SW). One small explosion was registered on 3 September. ...more---
Source: PHILVOLCS
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Sat, 29 Jul 06:19
Lava flows from Mayon traveled SSE a maximum distance of 4 km from the summit toward the Bonga gully and branched off to the W and E. Incandescent blocks shed from the toe and margins of the flows were visible at night and traveled SE. Ash plumes generated from the rolling blocks produced light ash fall 8.5 km E of the summit in Sta. Misericordia. On 20 July, pyroclastic flows were observed on the SE slopes prompting ~100 families to evacuate. On 22 July, lava flows advanced NE towards the Mabinit channel. The lava flows were within the 6 km radius Permanent Danger Zone. ...more---
Source: PHILVOLCS and GVP/USGS Weekly Volcanic Activity Report 19-25 July 2006
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Sun, 16 Jul 22:57
The number and size of incansecent rock falls from the active lava dome as well as SO2 emission at Mayon volcano are increasing according to the observatory, that maintains that pyroclastic flows or an explosive eruption can occur any time now. The volcano is at alert level 3 with a non-enforced exclusion zone of 6 km around the summit.
Sat, 15 Jul 07:10
Mayon, the Philippines's most active and a notoriously destructive volcano, started erupting last Thursday (13 July, 2006). After a swarm of earthquakes, small ash emissions were observed and on Friday, small lava flows (i.e. glowing rock falls from the lava dome) started to be visible. ...moreThe government maintains a 3 3/4-mile "permanent danger zone" around the volcano's crater, but many residents still live or farm on its slopes. There was no immediate order of evacuations. Mayon last erupted in 2001, forcing the evacuation of about 50,000 people. It has erupted about 50 times since 1616. Its most violent eruption, in 1814, killed more than 1,200 people and buried an entire town in mud. An eruption in 1993 killed 79 people. [ less]
Sat, 25 Feb 22:44
Although new eruptions could not be observed due to bad weather, some explosion-type earthquakes were erecorded at Mayon over the past days. It is therefore likely that minor phreatic explosions do continue at Mayon, which is also apparent from confirmed reports that rumblings were heard by local residents in Sta Misericordia. Alert level remains at "2", meaning that the public is strongly advised to remain out of the declared danger zone of 6 km around the volcano. ...more---
Source: PHILVOLCS [ less]
Tue, 21 Feb 12:31
After a swarm of hundreds of earthquakes, Mayon volcano became again active today (Feb. 21, 2006). ...moreThe eruption consisted in small (phreatic?) explosions producing ash plumes to about 500 m above the crater. A danger zone of 6 km radius around the volcano has been declared. Mayon was last active in 2004 and 2001, when a series of eruptions forced the evacuation of about 50,000 people. It is one of the world's most active volcanoes and particularly notorious for its frequent, often violent explosive eruptions. [ less] [ read all]
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