Canlaon City suspends classes due to unrest of Kanlaon Volcano

A view of Kanlaon Volcano taken from Canlaon City on Aug 23, 2026. — Phivolcs

MANILA: The local government of Canlaon City in Negros Oriental has suspended classes at all levels, in both public and private schools, due to ongoing volcanic unrest at Kanlaon Volcano.

Under Executive Order No. 80, issued Monday (Aug 24), Canlaon City Mayor Jose Chubasco Cardenas said the class suspension took effect at noon and will remain in effect “until further notice.”