Rappler Talk: How serious is the Mayon Volcano threat?

Jan 17, 2018 8:59 PM PHT

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Rappler Talk: How serious is the Mayon Volcano threat?

MovePH editor Voltaire Tupaz talks with Phivolcs chief Renato Soldum Jr about the threat of a 'hazardous eruption' from one of the 6 most active volcanoes in the Philippines

MANILA, Philippines – The province of Albay was placed under a state of calamity on Tuesday, January 16, amid the threat of a “hazardous eruption” from the Mayon Volcano.

What are the hazards and risks that Mayon, one of the 6 most active volcanoes in the Philippines, pose? What should the affected communities do to prevent casualties?

Dr Renato Solidum Jr, Phivolcs chief and Department of Science and Technology (DOST) undersecretary for disaster risk reduction and climate change, addresses these questions on Rappler Talk anchored by MovePH editor Voltaire Tupaz.

Watch the interview on Wednesday night, January 17, day 5 of Mayon’s volcanic activity. – Rappler.com