ADVERTISEMENTThe ambient air quality result in Ligao City, from Jan. 21 to 24, was also acutely unhealthy due to ash fall. With very polluted air, Department of Health experts feared an increase in respiratory ailments like asthma, coughs and colds among residents affected by ash fall. Dr. Joana Manatlao-Limos, municipal health officer said “the ash fall we experienced on Monday night was the worst compared to the previous ash fall since Mt. Mayon erupted.”She said if ash is inhaled, the respiratory system would be greatly affected which might lead to illnesses. She said in order not to succumb to ailments it is better to stay home and wear face mask.#ADVERTISEMENT

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer January 30, 2018 12:33 UTC