Taal Volcano update – alert lowered

27 Jan 2020 / Calaca, Philippines

As of 0800 hours on January 26, DOST-PHIVOLCS has lowered the alert status of Taal Volcano from Alert Level 4 to Alert Level 3 to reflect the overall decrease in the level of monitoring parameters.

Alert Level 3 means that there is a decreased tendency towards hazardous explosive eruption BUT should not be interpreted that unrest has ceased or that the threat of a hazardous eruption has disappeared.

However, despite this development, please be advised that ALL VESSELS are STILL REQUIRED to submit contingency plans prior to docking to ensure of a quick and organized pull-out/evacuation in case a hazardous explosive eruption of the volcano takes place.

Calaca Seaport is continually monitoring this volcanic activity and will update all locators and port users of any new significant development.

(For information and updates about operations in the Philippines, contact GAC Philippines at [email protected])

Source: Calaca Industrial Seaport Corp Port Advisory No.2020-005 dated 26 January 2020

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