Philippines' Mayon Volcano Displaces 80,000 as It Threatens to Erupt

At least 81,000 people evacuated the area around the Philippines' Mayon volcano as officials continued to warn Friday that a hazardous eruption was imminent. Philippines officials declared an Alert Level 4 for the volcano, meaning an eruption was expected. The Philippines National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council said Friday that classes had been suspended in 117 towns and cities near the area and that nearly 100 flights had been canceled since January 22, as the...

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