Volcanic Expression

Volcanic Expression November 19, 2009

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THE PERFECT CONE:

The Danger and the Wonder of Nature

Filipino people call Mayon Volcano “The Perfect Cone” because of its perfect shape. It is a Scoria Cone or Cinder Cone volcano. Mayon is described as the smallest type with heights generally less than 300 meters. It has large bowl summit crater and straight sides with steep slopes. Its eruption type is Strombolian. These descriptions explain why Mt. Mayon has its perfect cone shape. Many of us can say, it’s one of the famous tourist spots and active volcanoes in the Philippines. Some of us may ask, “Where did it get its name?.” Mayon was derived from the Bicol epic story. It tells about the story of Daragang Magayon. Daraga, a place where Mt. Mayon is located was also derived from it. In a year, there are tourists visiting the place. The residents of Daraga Albay do appreciate its beauty especially the admiration of other people to it.

“Everything has an end.” This saying is constantly true. Let me take you back two years ago. It was December 2007 when super typhoon Reming hit the land of Albay. It was really devastating and noted as a great disaster. While typhoon Reming was heading its way, Mayon Volcano incidentally erupted. The lahar flowed all throughout the place and many people lost their lives. The deluge washed away the houses in low-lying areas especially those houses sited near the volcano. The volcanic gases like Carbon dioxide, Hydrogen chloride, and Sulfur dioxide affected their health and caused pollution. What a sad experience on their part.

After the disaster, Albay is now recuperating from the great destruction. That’s why I can only say, it wasn’t an end. The Albayanons have gained back the natural beauty of Mayon. As we all know ,volcanic eruptions have disadvantages but for people in Albay, there are also advantages. The pyroclastic materials released by the volcano have become the source of income. They made different crafts out of them for souvenirs. Right now, the province of Albay is not only famous for its tourist spot but also for its products made of pyroclastic materials.