Nearly 1,000 families fled their homes this week as the Philippines' iconic Mayon Volcano began oozing lava, casting an eerie glow over Albay province. Authorities confirmed the evacuations on Thursday, with disaster response teams scrambling to relocate residents from high-risk zones on Luzon island.
Known for its near-perfect cone shape 🌋, Mayon is one of the world’s most active volcanoes—and its latest activity has put both locals and travelers on edge. Social media buzzed with footage of fiery trails snaking down the slopes, while ash advisories prompted mask distributions in nearby towns.
Disaster management officials warned that the volcano’s current unrest could escalate, urging residents to avoid the 6-kilometer danger zone. Tourism agencies have temporarily suspended hiking trips, disappointing adventurers who’d hoped to summit the peak this year.
This isn’t Mayon’s first rodeo 🚨—the volcano has erupted over 50 times since 1616. But for young families now sheltering in evacuation centers, 2026’s fiery spectacle is a stark reminder of nature’s unpredictable power.
