Bicol region: Police units in the Bicol Region have been ordered to strictly monitor and prevent residents from re-entering the danger zone around Mayon Volcano amid its increased unrest.

According to Philippines News Agency, the PNP is currently coordinating with local government units (LGUs) in the area to ensure that all safety protocols are strictly followed. Acting PNP chief Lt. Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. emphasized the importance of maintaining coordination with LGUs to focus on the safety and assistance of affected residents.

Lt. Gen. Nartatez stated, "Our personnel in Albay are in constant coordination with the local government units on matters pertaining to the safety of and assistance to affected residents." He highlighted that the current focus is on keeping the danger zones off-limits to both residents and tourists, as advised by volcanologists.

Mayon Volcano remains under Alert Level 3 as the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) recorded continued volcanic activity over the past 24 hours. This activity includes 83 volcanic earthquakes, 273 rockfall events, and 61 pyroclastic density currents, with sulfur dioxide emissions amounting to 1,973 tons.

Lt. Gen. Nartatez urged all residents to adhere to the advisories issued by authorities and avoid the six-kilometer permanent danger zone (PDZ).