Philippine volcano still 'life threatening' despite lull


Families evacuated from the vicinity of the Taal volcano resting in the La Consolacion College gymnasium evacuation centre in Tanauan on Friday (Jan 17). The threat of the Taal volcano unleashing a potentially catastrophic eruption remains high, authorities warned on Friday saying it was showing dangerous signs despite a "lull" in spewing ash. - AFP

TAGAYTAY: An erupting Philippine volcano remains life threatening despite weaker emissions and fewer tremors, an official said Friday and advised thousands of displaced villagers not to return to the danger zone.

The Taal volcano emitted weaker ash and steam explosions Thursday and Friday (Jan 17), the sixth day of its eruption.

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