Following the recent volcanic activity of the Taal Volcano, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said that no destructive eruption is expected in Taal yet. (Manila Bulletin File Photo) “So far, hindi tayo nage-expect ng mas delikadong pagsabog sa kasalukuyan kasi...
(AFP / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) There were no indications that a major eruption is imminent despite the phreatic eruption that occurred on Mt. Pinatubo on Tuesday, Nov. 30, said Science and Technology Undersecretary and Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) Director...
(PHIVOLCS) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Friday, Oct. 22, launched six new earthquake atlases to ensure the seismic resiliency of public infrastructures, medium-to-high rise buildings, and residential houses in key areas in the country. Science and Technology...
Science and Technology Undersecretary and Phivolcs OIC Dr. Renato Solidum Jr. (MANILA BULLETIN) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) clarified on Sunday, Aug. 15, that the poor visibility observed in some areas in northern and central Luzon was not caused by volcanic...
(PHIVOLCS) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has so far recorded 238 aftershocks following the 7.1-magnitude offshore earthquake in Davao Oriental on Aug. 12. As of 7 a.m., Friday, Aug. 13, Science and Technology Undersecretary and Phivolcs OIC Renato Solidum said...
(PHIVOLCS) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Friday, July 16, officially launched the "How Safe is My House?" mobile application--an easy-to-use tool for evaluating the safety and vulnerability of one- to two-story concrete hollow block structures to strong...
(JANSEN ROMERO / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) Science and Technology Undersecretary Renato Solidum Jr. urged the Department of Health (DOH) and local government units to prioritize the vaccination of residents in calamity-prone areas in the country, including those around Taal Volcano. Solidum,...
A giant white plume rising from Taal Volcano is observed on Friday, July 2, 2021. (ALI VICOY / MANILA BULLETIN) Taal Volcano may only have weak explosions as magma is already at a shallow level, said Science and Technology Undersecretary and Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology...
(MANILA BULLETIN FILE PHOTO) Science and Technology Undersecretary and Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) OIC Renato Solidum Jr. said the smog observed in Metro Manila was not due to the Taal Volcano's steady emission of sulfur dioxide that caused volcanic smog or "vog"...
PHIVOLCS The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Monday, June 21, released a new mobile application to enable the public to have easy access to its latest volcano bulletins and advisories. The "VolcanoPH Info" mobile app provides an abridged and visually appealing...
As the nation marked the 63rd anniversary celebration of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), the agency’s chief, Secretary Fortunato “Boy” T. de la Peña recalled how they were chided for their suka-and-toyo (vinegar and soy sauce) science and technology (S&T) promotions in...
(PHIVOLCS) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) has so far recorded 355 aftershocks following the 5.7-magnitude earthquake in Bukidnon on Monday evening, June 14. The 5.7-magnitude tremor was felt at 10:38 p.m. Monday. As of 7 a.m., Wednesday, June 16, Phivolcs reported...
