Mayon Volcano Volcanic Ash Advisory: ERUPTION AT 20260212/0227Z VA CLD UNKNOWN REPORTED OBS VA DTG: 12/0230Z

The Tokyo Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) and the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) have issued an advisory regarding an eruption at Mayon Volcano on February 12, 2026. The eruption occurred at approximately 02:27 UTC. While volcanic ash was not identifiable from satellite data at the time of the report due to wind conditions, PHIVOLCS maintains Alert Level 3, indicating an 'increased tendency towards hazardous eruption.' Lava effusion and continuing eruptive activity have been documented since early February 2026, with current activity levels posing risks to local communities and aviation in the region. PHIVOLCS continues to monitor the situation closely using the Himawari-9 satellite.