Tens of thousands evacuated as Kanlaon volcano erupts in the Philippines

The Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines erupted for nearly four minutes, sending ash 2.5 miles into the sky. The government has ordered the evacuation of about 87,000 residents from nearby villages due to the eruption's potential dangers. The eruption released hot ash and gases, prompting warnings of possible more explosive activity. Authorities are evacuating 15 villages within six kilometers of the volcano, while ash has fallen on surrounding towns, but no casualties have been reported. Flights to Bacolod-Silay international airport are operating normally, but airlines have been advised to avoid flying below 10,000 feet near the volcano. This eruption follows a previous evacuation in September due to harmful gas emissions.