20/08/2024
PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY ON SMOG
𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜 𝐒𝐦𝐨𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐓𝐚𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐨 𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐛𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬; 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐝
Taal Volcano is currently under Alert Level 1, emitting high levels of sulfur dioxide, resulting in volcanic smog or "vog" affecting Metro Manila and nearby provinces.
The Department of Health (DOH) has issued a precautionary advisory, urging residents, especially those living near Taal Volcano, to take necessary precautions due to the hazardous effects of the sulfur dioxide emissions. The smog or “vog” can cause irritation to the eyes, throat, and respiratory tract, with the severity depending on the concentration and duration of exposure.
𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬:
• Wear a face mask when outside to minimize inhalation of harmful particles.
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water to prevent throat irritation.
• Consult a doctor or healthcare professional if you experience any adverse effects from the volcanic smog.
Follow health guidelines to protect yourself and your family during this period of increased volcanic activity.
𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝!
Kasalukuyang pinagiingat ng Kagawaran ng Kalusugan (DOH) ang lahat higit lalo ang mga residenteng malapit sa Bulkang Taal dahil sa mataas na antas ng sulfur dioxide emission mula dito na nagdudulot ng volcanic smog o vog.
Ang usok o VOG ay masama sa kalusugan na maaring magdulot ng iritasyon sa mga mata, lalamunan at respiratory tract na maaring maging malubha depende sa konsentrasyon o tagal ng pagkalanghap.
Maging handa at alamin ang pinakabagong update sa lagay ng Bulkan. Ligtas ang Pamilyang Alerto.
