THE SLEEPING GIANT OF THE PHILIPPINES: MOUNT APO’S HIDDEN DANGER 
Mount Apo, the country’s tallest peak, hasn’t erupted since 1640 — but make no mistake, it’s dormant, not extinct. This massive stratovolcano still breathes, with a line of sulfur vents (solfataras) stretching nearly a kilometer along its southeast slope — a clear sign of ongoing geological activity.
The unsettling truth? Millions live in its shadow, including 1.8 million people in Davao City, just 32 kilometers away. Experts warn that if Mount Apo were to erupt, the human and environmental toll could be catastrophic.
Despite this risk, discussions and monitoring of this sleeping giant remain limited — leaving questions about the country’s readiness if it ever awakens.
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