KANLAON VOLCANO ASHFALL – Following the eruption, ashfall followed and here’s a guide on what to do before, during, and after this event. The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) already raised the Kanlaon volcano alert level to Alert Level 2 and Canlaon City, Negros Oriental Mayor Jose Chubasco Cardenas has already ordered the evacuation of the residents residing within three meters from the river downstream from the active volcano.
Kanlaon Volcano – What To Do Before, During, and After Ashfall
The Kanlaon Volcano erupts and here’s what to do at times like this.
KANLAON VOLCANO – Phivolcs reports an ongoing eruption in PH’s third most active volcano and here’s what to do before, during, and after eruption.
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS) reported an ongoing eruption in the Kanlaon Volcano. It produced a 5000-meter plume and an emergency siren alarm warning was initiated in the city.
The volcano erupted at 6:15 p.m. Monday, June 3, 2024 and the Alert Level 1 was maintained.
As much as we all know, volcanic ash is composed of rock, mineral, and glass particles from a volcano during an eruption. At times like this, what should you do before, during, and after an ashfall?
BEFORE
- Watch for updates and reports from radio, TV, and official social media pages and websites of agencies and authorities about the eruption that can cause ashfall.
- Prepare an emergency supply kit that contains a first aid kit, canned goods, flashlight with extra batteries, candle, lighter, whistle, face mask, alcohol, significant documents, clothes, water, toiletries, money, and among others.
- Prepare face masks and goggles for protection.
- Know the location of the evacuation area.
- Prepare food and water for your animals.
DURING
- Keep updated over updates about the eruption.
- Stay calm and wear protective gears such as face mask or wet cloth to cover nose and mouth and goggles for the eyes. Avoid using contact lens.
- Close the doors and windows.
- Put wet cloth and towel in doors and windows to prevent ash from coming in.
- Secure the animals you own.
- Make sure to clean your fruits and vegetables before eating them.
AFTER
- Sweep the ash on the roof to prevent it from collapsing.
- Clean your house and car with a wet cloth before cleaning it again with soap and warm water.
- Make sure to dispose the ash away from the waterway to avoid blockage.
- Boil the water before drinking.
- Make sure to cover your mouth, eyes, and nose while cleaning.
See the post from PHIVOLCS:
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