“Unhealthy air quality” na-detect sa Iloilo City tungod sa paglupok sang Bulkan Kanlaon

Yari ang pahayag sang Operation Center:

“𝐀𝐢𝐫 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲”

Air quality and SO2 monitoring update for Iloilo City as of DECEMBER 10, 2024 at 9:00 PM.

Iloilo City is categorized as UNHEALTHY air quality, everyone may begin to experience health effects; members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects. Current 𝘀𝘂𝗹𝗳𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗱𝗲 (𝗦𝗢₂) levels are measured at 𝟒.𝟎𝟑 𝗺𝗴/𝗺², with prevailing winds blowing from 𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡-𝐍𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 at 𝟑-𝟏𝟎 𝐤𝐩𝐡, reducing the likelihood of SO₂ directly affecting Iloilo City at this time.

Additionally, volcanic ashfall hazards remain a concern. Ashfall can cause eye irritation, respiratory issues, and skin irritation, as well as contaminate water supplies, disrupt electrical systems, and damage buildings and vehicles. Accumulated ash can also lead to the closure of airports and roads. In areas closer to the volcano, pyroclastic density currents (PDCs)—fast-moving flows of hot gases and volcanic debris—pose significant risks to safety and infrastructure.

Residents are advised to stay updated through trusted local news sources and disaster risk reduction and management (DRRM) offices. Follow instructions from local officials and continue to protect your eyes, mouth, and nose until ash has settled and been thoroughly cleaned up. Individuals sensitive to air pollution or respiratory issues should limit outdoor exposure and wear protective masks if necessary.“