Weather Alert: Philippines, Raised Alert Level for Mayon Volcano

U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines 

U.S. Consular Agency Cebu, Philippines 

January 7, 2026

  Natural Disaster Alert – Mayon Volcano at Alert Level 3 

Location: Vicinity of Mayon Volcano, Albay Province, Bicol Region

Event: The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) has raised the alert level for Mayon volcano to Alert Level 3 .

PHIVOLCS reports lava is building up at the summit of Mayon volcano. This increases the chances of lava flows and fast-moving, deadly clouds of hot gas, ash, and rocks (known as a Pyroclastic Density Current, or a “PDC”) moving down the slopes. A hazardous eruption could occur within days or weeks.  PHIVOLCS recommends everyone within a radius of six kilometers (3.7 miles) evacuate immediately.  This area is a Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ). Staying in this area is extremely dangerous.

Actions to Take:

• Exercise extreme caution if you live within the affected areas. Follow official evacuation orders.
• Maintain active awareness of local conditions. Do not enter the PDZ or other high-risk areas.
• Monitor local media and the PHIVOLCS website for updates.

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