Ash emission at the summit crater of Kanlaon Volcano was observed early Friday morning, according to the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS).

In its report, PHIVOLCS said the ash emission occurred at around 12:50 a.m. on Friday and lasted for 17 minutes. The event generated plumes that rose up to 300 meters above the crater before drifting southwest, as recorded by the thermal camera at the Lower Masulog (VKLM) observation station.

PHIVOLCS noted that Alert Level 2 remains in effect over Kanlaon Volcano.

The agency also reported that on Thursday, February 12, 2026, a total of 11 volcanic earthquakes were recorded. In addition, sulfur dioxide emission reached at least 1,118 tons, while plume height was measured at seven meters. Ground deformation was also observed.

PHIVOLCS reiterated that entry into the Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ) is strictly prohibited. Aircraft are also advised not to fly near the volcano’s summit.

The public is reminded that steam-driven or phreatic explosions and possible magma eruptions may still occur.