Manila, Jan. 3 -- The Police Regional Office (PRO) 5 (Bicol) and the Albay Provincial Police are strictly enforcing a ban on human activity within the 6-km. permanent danger zone (PDZ) following Mayon Volcano's elevated alert level.

In a statement on Saturday, PRO-5 acting Director Brig. Gen. Erosito Miranda said the order aligns with the official notice of the Albay Public Safety and Emergency Management Office (APSEMO), which "strictly prohibits anyone, including residents, tourists, mountaineers, tour guides, and others, from climbing, entering, or staying in tourist areas and areas near Mayon Volcano."

As part of heightened safety measures, police have tightened surveillance around Mayon Volcano, particularly at known access points,...