Taal Volcano Seismic Activity Rises Amid Philippines Weather Crisis

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported increased seismic activity at Taal Volcano, according to the Philippine Daily Inquirer, indicating potential magma movement or gas emission. This development compounds an already critical situation in the Philippines, where amihan winds and easterlies are forecast to bring heavy rains to multiple regions on Saturday, with three areas expected to experience heat indices reaching 40°C.