Tag: smog in Metro Manila

Vog still observed over Taal Volcano: PHIVOLCS

(Eagle News)–Volcanic smog or vog continues to be observed over Taal Volcano, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said on Saturday, Sept. 23. PHIVOLCS said also monitored was an upwelling of hot volcanic fluids in the main crater lake and a plume 1800 meters tall. It reminded the public about the ban on the entry into Taal Volcano Island, especially in the main crater and Daang Kastila fissures, and the ban on occupancy and […]

Vehicular emissions, not just Taal, also to blame for smog monitored in Metro Manila: PHIVOLCS

(Eagle News) — The smog observed in Metro Manila cannot be fully attributed to Taal Volcano, a Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology official said. In a dzbb radio interview, PHIVOLCS’ Volcano Monitoring and Eruption Prediction Division head Mariton Bornas said a “thermal inversion” of the atmosphere was taking place, which also prevents pollutants from dissipating. “This is mainly vehicular emissions,” she added. In an advisory on Thursday afternoon, PHIVOLCS warned of a volcanic smog […]