𝗡𝗘𝗪𝗦: “Taal Volcanic Smog invades Metro Manila, health advisory ensues” by Isabel Diaz

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Published by: Faith Villaluna

Date Published: September 22, 2023

Time Published: 9:20 PM

Manila, Philippines - The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Philvocs) on Thursday, September 21, earlier detected a high sulfur dioxide emissions from the volcano resulting in a volcanic smog.

“Since 12:30 PM today, volcanic smog or vog has been observed over Taal Lake by the Taal Volcano Network and has lingered over the region until present,” Phivolcs said in its latest advisory.

Philvocs advised the elderly, pregnant women, children, and individuals with respiratory conditions such as asthma, lung, and heart diseases to limit their exposure by avoiding outdoor activities.

"Protect yourself. Cover your nose, ideally with an N95 facemask. Drink plenty of water to reduce any throat irritation or constriction," the agency added.

Additionally, acid rain may form during rainfall and gas emissions, harming crops and corrode metal roofs on homes and other structures.

Phivolcs, however, kept Taal Volcano under Alert Level 1, which means that it is still under "abnormal condition" and "have not ceased unrest nor ceased the threat of eruptive activity."

REFERENCE:

[1] Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS-DOST). (2023, September 21). Taal Volcano Advisory. https://www.phivolcs.dost.gov.ph/.../20007-taal-volcano...