Malacañang has reminded the public to observe precautionary measures following the recent release of vog or volcanic smog from Taal Volcano.
“Whatever precautionary measures we can use, like wearing a raincoat, although some say that’s not enough. Also, masks that can catch the particles emitted by Taal are better,” Presidential Communications Office (PCO) Assistant Secretary Joey Villarama said in an ambush interview.
“If we don’t really need to go out and if there are extra precautions we can take, let’s do them. Like wearing masks, putting on goggles, and taking care especially,” he added.
Villarama, however, clarified the recommendation to mandate the return of wearing face masks will fall under the Department of Health’s (DOH) order.
The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) on Monday reported that Taal Volcano has released significant amounts of vog over the past 24 hours. Additionally, it detected voluminous plumes reaching up to 2,400 meters in height, drifting toward the north-northwest.
Local government units have since suspended face-to-face classes due to the vog emitted by the Taal Volcano.
