05/07/2021 06:08 (UTC)

Scientists foresee eruption of Taal volcano in the Philippines

Laurel, Jul 5 (EFE/EPA).-According to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology the highest level of volcanic sulfur dioxide gas emission was recorded Sunday at the Taal volcano and eruption may occur anytime soon.

More than 3,000 residents from high-risk villages were evacuated after the volcano started spewing steam, filling the air with toxic gas and prompting health warnings.

(Camera: FRANCIS MALASIG)

SHOT LIST: THE TAAL VOLCANO IN THE WESTERN EDGE OF THE ISLAND OF LUZON SEEN FROM THE TOWN OF LAUREL, BATANGAS PROVINCE, PHILIPPINES.

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Date: 05/07/2021 12:00 (UTC)
Credit: EFE
Source: EPA
Topic: Disaster and accident » Volcanic eruption
Disaster and accident
Type: Rough cut
Duration: 327 seconds
Reference: 7001087602
Relevance: Normal