Mayon Volcano emits white smoke; Alert Level 1 raised

Mayon Volcano continued to emit thick smoke on Wednesday, a report on Unang Balita on Thursday said.

Although no volcanic earthquakes were reported, the volcano is still regarded as being in an abnormal state.

Alert Level 1 remains raised over Camalig, Albay.

Under Alert Level 1, residents are prohibited from entering the six-kilometer permanent danger zone.

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology is monitoring a possible ash explosion which may happen anytime. —KG, GMA News