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Rosette Adel - Philstar.com
May 3, 2026 | 5:33pm
Crops and vegetable farms in Camalig were severely affected by heavy ashfall from Mayon Volcano, with several Mayon Unit barangays among the hardest hit areas, on May 3, 2026.
Mayor Caloy Baldo via Facebook
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Tourism (DOT) has issued an advisory discouraging non-essential travel to areas surrounding Mayon Volcano as it remains under Alert Level 3 due to ongoing volcanic unrest.
“The Department of Tourism advises the public that Mayon Volcano remains under Alert Level 3 (Magmatic Unrest). In line with safety protocols, entry into the 6-kilometer Permanent Danger Zone (PDZ) is strictly prohibited due to the ongoing risk of hazardous volcanic activity," the advisory read.
Ashfall has already been reported in several parts of Albay, including Guinobatan, Camalig, Daraga, and Ligao City, as the volcano continues to show heightened activity.
“Ashfall has been reported in parts of Albay, including Guinobatan, Camalig, Daraga, and Ligao City. The volcano continues to exhibit lava effusion, rockfall events, volcanic earthquakes, and pyroclastic density currents, which are actively affecting nearby communities and tourism sites," it added.
Given these conditions, the agency urged tourists to defer unnecessary trips and prioritize safety.
“In view of these conditions, non-essential travel to areas surrounding Mayon Volcano is strongly discouraged. Travelers are urged to remain vigilant, plan ahead, and strictly comply with all local regulations and safety protocols.”
The DOT also reminded travelers to verify their plans and rely only on official sources for updates.
“Visitors are likewise advised to confirm bookings and schedules prior to travel and to rely only on official advisories issued by the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology, concerned Local Government Units (LGUs), and the DOT.”
The agency emphasized that public safety remains its top priority as it continues to coordinate with relevant authorities.
“The Department underscores that the safety and well-being of tourists and tourism workers remain paramount, and will continue to monitor the situation closely in coordination with concerned agencies," the DOT said.
Phivolcs earlier reported that Mayon Volcano remained at Alert Level 3 after spewing a cloud of ash and debris across Bicol.
