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State seismologists noted an increase in the sulfur dioxide emitted by Kanlaon Volcano after it released an average of 11,566 tons a day, the Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology said Wednesday. According to the advisory issued at 7 p.m., this is the highest emission from the volcano recorded since instrumental gas monitoring began. Phivolcs noted increased seismic activity at the volcano in Negros Island last September 9, just three months after it erupted in June.
Pula, Canlaon City; Brgy. Codcod, San Carlos City; Brgy. Inolingan, Moises Padilla. “Prolonged exposure to volcanic SO2, especially of communities within direct reach of accumulation from plumes during low wind conditions, can cause irritation of the eyes, throat, and respiratory tract,” the Phivolcs warned. “People who may be particularly sensitive are those with health conditions such as asthma, lung disease and heart disease, the elderly, pregnant women and children.
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