LEGAZPI CITY, Albay – Eight local government units in Albay province have been placed under a state of calamity as Mayon Volcano continues to exhibit heightened activity, including recent pyroclastic density currents.
The official declaration enables local governments to quickly deploy resources for disaster response. Provincial administrators are coordinating with national agencies to streamline relief delivery.
Severe Impacts of Volcanic Activity in Albay
The state of calamity covers several municipalities situated around the volcano’s permanent danger zone. These local government units are actively managing evacuation procedures and distributing emergency supplies.
- Guinobatan: Implementing strict checkpoints to prevent entry into high-risk zone farms.
- Camalig: Opening municipal shelters and providing initial food packs to evacuees.
- Daraga: Establishing temporary health clinics to address respiratory concerns from ash.
- Ligao City: Monitoring agricultural areas near the slopes for potential mudflows.
- Tabaco City: Coordinating sea transport precautions due to volcanic ash visibility issues.
- Malilipot: Distributing potable water to families staying in modular evacuation tents.
- Santo Domingo: Managing evacuation centers and organizing child-friendly spaces.
- Bacacay: Serving as a secondary support area for coastal evacuation coordination.
According to reports, the ongoing volcanic unrest has affected thousands of families across the Bicol region. Many residents in high-risk zones have evacuated to temporary shelters to avoid hazards. Adjacent provinces have also organized emergency assistance efforts to support Albay communities.
National Government Response and Relief Operations
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered continuous aid for residents displaced by the volcano’s activity. The chief executive directed all relevant departments to ensure the timely delivery of relief goods, financial assistance, and livelihood support. National agencies have pledged sustained support until the situation stabilizes and families can safely return home.
Water supply management remains a critical focus at evacuation centers to prevent health complications. Local authorities are leveraging lessons from recent municipal water supply projects to maintain sanitation in temporary shelters. Clean water tankers are visiting evacuation camps daily to distribute drinking water.
Volcano Monitoring and Public Safety Advisories
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology continues to monitor Mayon Volcano around the clock. Experts analyze seismic events, gas emissions, and ground deformation to assess the likelihood of further eruptions. The official volcano monitoring portal provides regular updates and hazard bulletins for the public.
Local officials are also conducting outreach activities to support affected families outside formal evacuation centers. These efforts are similar to the community service caravans that deliver subsidized food and medical checkups directly to villages. The public is advised to heed all official warnings and avoid entering the six-kilometer permanent danger zone.
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