A minor phreatic or steam-driven eruption occurred at Taal Volcano’s Main Crater at 9:18 p.m. on Thursday, May 29, said the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). It ended at 9:22 p.m. The eruption generated a 1,500-meter white plume, as recorded by the thermal camera at...
A man was arrested by the police after he was caught in the act of desecrating the Minor Basilica and Parish of Saint Martin of Tours or the Taal Basilica in Taal, Batangas on Tuesday, April 8. TAAL Basilica (Wikipedia) The man's actions, which happened as the faithful is preparing for the Holy...
(PHOTO FROM PHIVOLCS FACEBOOK PAGE) A grassfire that broke out at the southwest portion of Taal Volcano Island, affecting the Binintiang Munti (VTBM) Observation Station, has stopped as of 5:20 a.m. on Wednesday, April 2, said the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs). The...
Taal Vista Hotel - a cultural landmark in the heart of Tagaytay Taal Vista Hotel is strengthening its sustainability initiatives with the introduction of Malunggay Pancit Verde, the latest addition to its “Plate for the Planet” program. This nutrient-rich dish, inspired by the classic Filipino...
A screenshot of the time-lapse footage capturing Taal Volcano’s minor phreatic eruption between 8:20 a.m. and 8:24 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 16. The eruption generated a 900-meter plume that drifted westward, as recorded by IP cameras in Brgy. Buco, Talisay and Brgy. Barigon, Agoncillo, Batangas. This...
TAAL, Batangas – A 45-year-old man was allegedly hacked to death by two neighbors in Barangay Butong here on Tuesday morning, Feb. 4. Police identified the victim as Reymar. Investigation said Reymar was resting in his nipa hut when the suspects Efren and Sherwin armed with bolos arrived. An...
A “minor phreatomagmatic eruption” occurred at Taal Volcano Island’s Main Crater at 7:34 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6. (Screenshot from Phivolcs Facebook) The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) said a “minor phreatomagmatic eruption” occurred at Taal Volcano...
Photo from Pixabay The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Monday, Jan. 6 reported an increase in “seismic energy release” from Taal Volcano, which could trigger “a phreatic or even a minor phreatomagmatic eruption.” Phivolcs said that since Jan. 4, the...
Photo from Pixabay The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Monday, Dec. 16 warned of elevated sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions from Taal Volcano, as they pose potential health risks to nearby communities. The volcano released 8,322 tons of SO2, above its annual...
Taal Vista Hotel, one of Tagaytay’s most iconic landmarks, marks its 85th anniversary this year with a legacy of empowerment and community-building that extends far beyond its picturesque views of Taal Volcano. Through its deep commitment to sustainability and support for local communities, the...
Screenshot of Taal Volcano's phreatomagmatic eruption on Dec. 3, 2024, which began at 5:58 a.m. and lasted four minutes. The eruption produced a plume that reached 2,800 meters above Taal Volcano Island and drifted west-southwest. (Phivolcs) A minor phreatomagmatic eruption—an event that happens...
The lighted Christmas tree welcomes the holiday season at Taal Vista Hotel. With glittering lights and capiz lanterns of different sizes, the lighting of Taal Vista Hotel’s outdoor Christmas tree marks the official start of the holiday season in the premier destination in Tagaytay. SM Hotels and...
