Spike in seismic activity raises phreatic eruption risk at Kanlaon volcano, Philippines
Kanlaon volcano in Negros Island, Philippines, registered 176 shallow earthquakes on September 15, 2025, raising the risk of a steam-driven eruption. PHIVOLCS maintains Alert Level 2 but and urges communities to avoid the 4 km (2.4 miles) Permanent Danger Zone.









