More than 2,000 flee as Philippine volcano spews toxic gas

Taal volcano, which sits in a picturesque lake, has been belching sulphur dioxide for several days, creating a thick haze over Manila and several surrounding provinces, and prompting health warnings. 

Department of Science and Technology (PHIVOLCS-DOST) shows an eruption from the main crater of the Taal volcano, which sits in a picturesque lake. (Photo by Handout / various sources / AFP)