Volcanic eruptions not only have a direct impact. In the long run, volcanic eruptions can also have a negative impact on health. Even so, that does not mean you can not do anything to protect yourself and minimize the risk.
The adverse effects of volcanic eruptions on health include respiratory distress due to toxic gas and volcanic ash, eye irritation due to acid rain, and burns due to lava bursts.
This does not only occur around the eruption area. If a volcanic eruption is large enough, the areas that are the paths of the evacuation destination are also at risk of experiencing some of the impact of the volcanic eruption, albeit at a lighter level.
Preparations Before the Volcano Erupts
So that the evacuation process to other places can run smoothly, when the volcano will erupt, there are some things that you need to prepare and put into an emergency bag first, namely:
- Flashlight and spare battery
- First Aid Box
- Emergency food and water
- Personal medicine
- Sturdy shoes
- N95 mask
- Eyeglasses
- Battery powered radio.
If you are ordered to stay in refugee for some time, then do the following:
- Listen to the radio or television to get the latest information about volcanoes.
- Listen to the sirens and warning signals carefully.
- Bring medicine supplies for one week and a bag of equipment above.
- Bring a container filled with clean water.
- Fill up full of gasoline and put the vehicle in a safe place.
- If possible, bring pets with you.
Things to Look For When a Volcano Erupts
When a volcano erupts, there are several things you can do to protect yourself, your family, and the people around you from the dangers of a volcanic eruption.
The first thing you should do is always listen to the instructions of the authorities in your area regarding the preparation of a volcanic eruption, how to evacuate (if necessary leave the eruption area), and how to take shelter at home (if not required to evacuate).
When a volcano erupts, you should do the following:
If you are in a closed room
- Close all windows, doors and parts of the roof that might be open.
- Turn off all fans and air conditioners.
- Take the pet to a closed shelter.
- Wear clothes with long sleeves and long pants.
- Wear protective glasses.
- Wear an N95 mask.
If you are in an open space
- Take shelter immediately to a closed room.
- Wear clothes with long sleeves, long pants, and shoes.
- Wear protective glasses.
- Wear an N95 mask.
Recovery of Conditions after Volcanic Eruptions
After the volcano erupts, it's time to restore the condition of your living environment. Some ways you can do are:
- Pay attention to warnings and obey instructions from authorized officials in your area. For example, stay inside the house until there is information stating conditions outside the home are safe.
- Turn off the fan, air conditioner, and all air conditioners, and close windows and doors to prevent the entry of dust and toxic gases.
- Wear an N95 respirator mask when you are outdoors or when cleaning dust inside the house to protect yourself from dust particles.
- If you don't have an N95 mask, you can use other anti-dust masks, but limit outdoor activities.
- Wear special glasses to protect eyes from dust.
- If drinking water at home contains dust, buy bottled water that is free of dust.
- If the eyes, nose, or throat become irritated due to a volcanic eruption, you should immediately consult a doctor.
- Clean the roof of the house from accumulated volcanic dust. Volcanic dust that builds up on the roof can increase the risk of building collapse.
- Avoid activities in areas exposed to volcanic dust.
- Avoid driving the vehicle in the ash rain, because it will make the car damaged, so you risk being trapped in the ash rain.
Perform the steps above to stay safe when a volcanic eruption occurs. The disaster can have a dangerous impact on health, even life threatening. If health problems arise, consult a doctor immediately to get the treatment you might need.
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