Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Philippines orders evacuation as Mayon volcano threatens to erupt

Authorities warn of possible eruption within weeks and prepares to evacuate 50,000 people in danger zone Thousands of people living near the Philippines's most active volcano have begun leaving their homes as lava trickled down its slopes and authorities warned of a dangerous eruption. Mayon, a volcano famed in equal parts for its near-perfect cone and brutal volatility, had begun to stir again ... More here: Philippines orders evacuation as Mayon volcano threatens to erupt

Philippines' Mayon Volcano spews lava fragments; thousands flee amid fears of violent eruption

The Philippines' most active volcano has belched out huge lava fragments that rolled about a kilometer (half a mile) down its slope, prompting authorities to evacuate thousands of villagers, officials said Tuesday. More here: Philippines' Mayon Volcano spews lava fragments; thousands flee amid fears of violent eruption

Philippines' Mayon Volcano 'Hazardous Eruption' Imminent: Thousands Evacuated as Critical Alert Raised

Mayon volcano could erupt within weeks says Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology More here: Philippines' Mayon Volcano 'Hazardous Eruption' Imminent: Thousands Evacuated as Critical Alert Raised