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Mayon Volcano Erupts in Philippines, Prompts Evacuations and Flight Bans

Mayon Volcano in the Philippines has erupted, spewing ash and prompting the evacuation of thousands of residents from nearby areas. Authorities have initiated disaster response, banned flights, and suspended classes due to the volcanic unrest.

2 May, 23:16 — 3 May, 17:31
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Al JazeeraMostly Factual11h ago

Philippines volcano erupts, blanketing ash across the sky

The Mayon Volcano has erupted, spewing a cloud of ash and debris across Bicol, in the Philippines.

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DWHigh1h ago

Philippines' Mayon volcano spews ash — Pictures

The most active volcano in the Philippines is erupting, sending lava down its slope and covering surrounding villages in ash.

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straits-timesMostly Factual2h ago

Philippines says thousands evacuated as Mayon volcano erupts - The Straits Times

Philippines says thousands evacuated as Mayon volcano erupts  The Straits Times

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japan-timesMostly Factual8h ago

Memorial park opens 15 years after Fukushima disaster

The Fukushima March 11 Memorial Park was jointly established by the central government and the prefecture in an area straddling the towns of Namie and Futaba.

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RapplerMostly Factual4h ago

Heavy Mayon ashfall affects thousands in Albay

Local government units in Albay launch relief and recovery operations following Mayon’s recent heavy ashfall

By Reinnard Balonzo

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inquirerMostly Factualjust now

Mayon ashfall affects over 91,200 people — authorities

LEGAZPI CITY — Authorities said shfall from Mayon Volcano has affected 26,654 families or 91,225 individuals across Albay, as clearing operations continue and livestock deaths are reported in Camalig town. Guinobatan Mayor Ann Gemma Ongjoco said 41 barangays were blanketed by ash, disrupting daily activities. Only three barangays were spared, though no evacuation was ordered.

By besguerra

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philstarMostly Factual1h ago

Walang pasok: Class suspensions for May 4 due to Mayon unrest

Some classes in Albay have been suspended due to ongoing volcanic activity from Mayon Volcano, local authorities said.

By Ian Laqui

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