The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) reports shifting activity at Taal Volcano in Batangas, with some periods showing reduced gas output and others marked by renewed seismic unrest. In late July, Phivolcs records show sulfur dioxide emissions from the main crater drop to “weak” levels, with 518 metric tons of SO₂ measured over a 24-hour period, down from 741 metric tons recorded from July 22 to 26. During that same interval, seismic activity is described as remaining low. Separate bulletins earlier in the month describe strong seismic episodes following eruptive activity: Phivolcs logged 61 volcanic earthquakes and 60 volcanic tremors over 24 hours on July 4, after days of lower counts, and later notes show tremor episodes while earthquakes were absent. After short-lived phreatomagmatic eruptions, Phivolcs also reports new increases in earthquakes and tremor. In July, multiple minor phreatomagmatic eruptions occur in the main crater, lasting minutes and producing ash-laden, steam-rich plumes. By Aug. 1, Phivolcs again reports reduced conditions, citing 300 metric tons of SO₂ and easing seismic activity.