Mayon Volcano's Record Sulfur Dioxide Spike Raises Concerns of Explosive Eruption
Mayon Volcano in the Philippines remains under Alert Level 3 following the highest sulfur dioxide (SO2) emission recorded in 26 years. Experts warn this unusual activity could escalate into an explosive eruption.
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