Mount Kanlaon Eruption: Key Updates for Travelers Now
Mount Kanlaon erupted today in the central Philippines, sending ash 6,000 feet high. Here is what travelers need to know about safety, flights, and plans.
Wayne Hall
Wayne Hall is a travel journalist for The Traveler, specializing in travel news, aviation updates, and destination impacts.
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