A minor phreatomagmatic eruption occurred at the Main Crater of Taal Volcano on Tuesday afternoon, June 30, lasting about four and a half minutes, state volcanologists said.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported that the eruption began at 2:34 p.m. and was confirmed through seismic, infrasound and visual monitoring.

The event consisted of three distinct pulses that produced jets of dark gray ash and steam-rich plumes. These rose as high as 1,200 meters above the crater before drifting southwest, according to monitoring data.

Despite the activity, Alert Level 1 remains in effect over Taal Volcano, indicating low-level unrest.

Earlier in the day, PHIVOLCS also observed minor phreatomagmatic eruptions at the volcano’s Main Crater between 7:13 a.m. and 7:17 a.m.

These early morning events generated plumes reaching approximately 450 meters above the crater.

The activity was captured by the Taal Volcano Main Crater Observation Station (VTMC) using internet protocol and thermal cameras.

Authorities continue to monitor the volcano closely and reminded the public that entry into the Permanent Danger Zone, particularly the Main Crater and Daang Kastila fissure areas, remains strictly prohibited due to potential hazards such as sudden explosions and volcanic gas emissions.