Francis Orcio

ABS-CBN News

<div><iframe width="1250" height="703" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/lYd4-g_uKRs" title="Mt. Bulusan spews ash | TeleRadyo Serbisyo" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p>MANILA -- The Department of Health on Wednesday urged residents, especially those in vulnerable communities, to take extra precautions following the recent volcanic activity of Mt. Bulusan in Sorsogon.</p><p>This comes after a phreatic eruption was recorded Tuesday night, just days after the <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/regions/2025/4/28/mt-bulusan-spews-ash-0842">initial volcanic eruption </a>early Monday morning, based on the latest bulletin from Phivolcs.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/regions/2025/4/29/mt-bulusan-erupts-anew-2153">Mt. Bulusan erupts anew</a></div><p>In an interview, Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa noted the serious health risks posed by volcanic ashfall, especially for those directly exposed to it. He said that inhaling ash, which may contain sulfur, can be harmful.</p><p>&quot;Because malaking ash cloud ang na-create, ang biggest threat is really ash fall. At isa pang biggest threat sa ganyan ay inhalation ng ash ng volcano. At alam niyo naman, may sulfur &#x27;yan,&quot; said Herbosa.</p><p>&quot;Noong pumutok iyong Taal, ang sinabi namin, sa bahay ka lang para hindi mo ma-inhale iyong ash fall. Kung lalabas ka, magsuot ka ng N95 mask. So iyon ang recommendation din dito. Magdi-distribute ang aming regional office sa Bicol ng mga N95 mask,&quot; he added.</p><p>Individuals with asthma, heart disease, and lung conditions are strongly advised to stay away from danger zones and seek temporary shelter in evacuation areas, where they can be monitored for possible health complications linked to ash inhalation.</p><p>The health department also committed to delivering adequate medical supplies for its health workers deployed in affected areas to support ongoing medical response efforts.</p><p>Meanwhile, DOH also cautioned evacuees against possible outbreaks of diseases such as dengue and diarrhea, which may arise due to overcrowding and unsafe food and water in evacuation centers.</p><p>&quot;So very important iyong food safety at saka pagkulo ng tubig. [Kaya] nagdi-distribute din kami ng ganoon para iyong drinking water in the evacuation sites ay safe at potable,&quot; said Herbosa.</p><p>As authorities continue to monitor the situation, the DOH reiterated the importance of staying informed and following health and safety advisories to prevent further harm to the affected population.</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/regions/2025/4/29/phreatic-eruption-still-possible-in-mt-bulusan-phivolcs-1443">Phreatic eruption still possible in Mt. Bulusan: Phivolcs</a></div>

<p>The Department of Health on Wednesday urged residents, especially those in vulnerable communities, to take extra precautions following the recent volcanic activity of Mt. Bulusan in Sorsogon.</p>

The Department of Health on Wednesday urged residents, especially those in vulnerable communities, to take extra precautions following the recent volcanic activity of Mt. Bulusan in Sorsogon.

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DOH warns public on health risks from Mt. Bulusan eruption

DOH warns public on health risks from Mt. Bulusan eruption

Francis Orcio,

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Published Apr 30, 2025 04:14 PM PHT

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