Lokon volcano getting active

Lokon volcano getting active

MANADO: A North Sulawesi vulcanologist has warned Kinilow and
Kakaskasen villagers living near Lokon volcano to stay alert
because the mountain was showing signs of activity.

The mountain, some 25 kilometers from Manado, last erupted in
1991.

It has been registering moderate levels of steaming and crater
glow since Wednesday, Jemmy Runtuwene told Antara on Friday.

A permanent danger zone of three kilometers around the
volcano, which includes Tinoor village, is being closely
observed, he said.

The mountain has been off-limits for hikers since its eruption
in 1991, which claimed the life of Swiss national, Vivian Clavel.
(prb)