Upwelling of hot volcanic fluids in the main crater lake of Taal Volcano has been observed on Tuesday, April 27, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said on Wednesday, April 28. Phivolcs said the upwelling triggered the emission of 300-meter tall steam-laden plumes...
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has not detected volcanic earthquakes in Taal in the past 24 hours but maintained its status to Alert Level 2 due to continuous unrest. In its volcano bulletin issued on Tuesday, April 27, Phivolcs continued to observe a low-level...
Taal Volcano in Batangas logged 56 earthquakes in the past 24 hours, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said on Monday, April 26. Of the total number of earthquakes, Phivolcs said 35 were volcanic tremors having durations of one minute to 18 minutes while 21 were...
Taal Basilica in Batangas HOLY WEEK, traditionally celebrated at the onset of summer between March and April every year, in highly urban areas like Metro Manila has long ago shed its traditional religious fervor. The week that recalls the suffering and death of Jesus Christ, known in Spanish as...
The Ayala group of companies has immediately mobilized resources to assist families affected by Taal Volcano’s renewed seismic activity. Through Ayala Foundation, the Ayala group provided food and non-food items for families staying in three evacuation centers in Talisay, Batangas on February 17...
With pork and chicken prices in Metro Manila markets still relatively high, consumers are assured of enough supply of fish, which could fulfill the metropolis’ demand for an affordable source of protein. In a statement, Asis Perez, convenor of food security advocacy group Tugon Kabuhayan, said...
SM Hotels’ online GC sale is back with enticing offers to perk up everyone’s summer plans. After a successful run last year, SM Hotels properties have lined up an array of packages for families and friends to enjoy that much-awaited getaway. Families can enjoy summer in one of SM Hotels'...
On this day last year, Taal Volcano erupted. It caused millions-worth of property damage and affected thousands of people nearby. It’s crater, considered as one of the famous destinations in the South Luzon, turned gray, dried, and lifeless. But how does it look like a year after? Left photo...
‘2020 had an explosive start’ Before the coronavirus pandemic hit the Philippines, there was the Taal Volcano. Among the iconic landforms of the country, the seemingly quiet volcano shocked Filipinos early in 2020 when it started to produce smoke and dust near areas with its ashes. Though a...
In two special episodes of AgriTalk 2020, Amy Eguia and Susie Marasigan, both from the Agricultural Training Institute - International Training Center on Pig Husbandry (ATI-ITCPH), demonstrated four different ways to process pork meat. The actual demonstration was aired via the Facebook pages of...
This holiday season, the most accessible place to feel the cool breeze and the vacation ambience is none other than Tagaytay. With a new expressway and a new bridge that leads to more tourist spots, this city welcomes tourists, especially those who have been cooped up at home for so long. ...
Due to the geographical location of the Philippines, we experience extreme weather conditions that on a yearly basis leaves significant impacts on the livelihood of both farming and fishing communities. Every year, the Philippines is hit by an average of 20 typhoons, five of which are...
