An explosive eruption occurred at the Kanlaon volcano in the Philippines on Tuesday morning local time, and dramatic video provided by officials shows the moment thick plumes of toxic smoke and ash began to billow from its summit crater.

Videos posted on social media show a wide, grey plume billowing high into the air as startled residents look on

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