Mayon Volcano erupts, sending ash plume over Bicol, Philippines
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- Category: Science
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 19:16 UTC
- Sources: Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera reports that the active Mayon Volcano in the Philippines erupted, spewing ash and debris that blanketed the sky over the Bicol region. Authorities have issued alerts and are monitoring the situation as communities brace for potential ash fall.
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