Philippine volcano erupts for second time

The Mayon volcano in the central Philippines has erupted for the second time in a month, forcing thousands of residents living in nearby towns and villages to flee to evacuation centres.

The Mayon volcano in the central Philippines has erupted for the second time in a month, forcing thousands of residents living in nearby towns and villages to flee to evacuation centres.

Rumbling could be heard as far as six miles away as the volcano spewed a 200-foot fountain of lava and forced ash clouds six miles into the air.

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