DISASTER AND RISK

REDUCTION MANAGEMENT
VOLCANIC SMOG ( VOG )
 SMOG
The picture shown in the previous
slide is a couple of news from
inquirer.net and abs-cbn news
regarding smog.

A lot of cities are also experiencing

smog including Metro Manila.

But what is the difference between

this Smog and Vog (volcanic Smog)
 SMOG
Smog is air pollution that reduces
visibility. The term "smog" was first
used in the early 1900s to describe a
mix of smoke and fog. The smoke
usually came from burning coal.
Examples are smoke from vehicles
and factories mixed with other air
pollutant in the air to form a smog.
Just like what happened in Metro
Manila
 VOLCANIC
SMOG (VOG)
Vog is volcanic air pollution.
even more dangerous because
of the volcanic fumes that are
mixed into the Air.
Just like what happened to the
municipalities near taal
volcano
like Mataasnakahoy, Balete,
 VOLCANIC
Vog SMOG (VOG)
(volcanic smog) is a visible haze
comprised of gas and an aerosol of
tiny particles and acidic droplets
created when sulfur dioxide (SO2)
and other gases emitted from a
volcano chemically interact with
sunlight and atmospheric oxygen,
moisture, and dust. Volcanic gas
emissions can pose environmental
and health risks to nearby
 VOLCANIC
SMOG (VOG)
Vog is volcanic air
pollution and varies with
volcanic activity and
wind direction
COMPONENTS OF
A VOLCANIC
• Carbon dioxide (CO2)
SMOKE
• Sulfur dioxide (SO2)
• Hydrogen chloride (HCl)
• Hydrogen sulfide (H2S)
• Radon (Rn)
• Hydrogen fluoride (HF)
• Sulfuric acid (H2SO4)
 CARBON
TooDIOXIDE
much inhalation of
(CO2) CO2
may cause
headaches, dizziness, restles
sness, a tingling or pins or ne
edles feeling, difficulty breat
hing, sweating, tiredness, inc
reased heart rate, elevated bl
ood pressure, coma, asphyxia
, and convulsions.
SULFUR DIOXIDE
Sulfur dioxide irritates the
skin and mucous membranes
of the eyes, nose, throat, and
lungs.
 HYDROGEN
Hydrogen chloride
CHLORIDE gas can
cause irritation of the eyes,
skin, and respiratory tract.
Exposure to high levels can
result in corrosive damage to
the eyes, skin, and
respiratory tissues, and could
lead to pulmonary edema and
even death in extreme cases.
 HYDROGEN
Exposure to hydrogen
SULFIDE sulfide
may cause irritation to the
eyes and respiratory system.
It can also cause apnea,
coma, convulsions;
dizziness, headache,
weakness, irritability,
insomnia; stomach upset, and
if liquid: frostbite.
 SULFURIC ACID
Sulfuric acid is a corrosive
chemical and can severely burn
the skin and eyes. It may cause
third degree burns and blindness
on contact. Exposure to sulfuric
acid mist can irritate the eyes,
nose, throat and lungs, and at
higher levels can cause a
buildup of fluid in the lungs
(pulmonary oedema)
HOW DOES VOG
FORMwhen
it happens ? the
smoke from the
volcano interacts
chemically to the
atmosphere.
 EFFECTS OF
headaches,VOG
breathing difficulties,
increased susceptibility to
respiratory ailments,
watery eyes,
sore throat,
flu-like symptoms,
and a general lack of energy.
 EFFECTS OF
For theVOG
elderly, young
children, people with
compromised immune
systems, or sensitive lung,
liver, or heart conditions or
depression, Vog can be a
serious health challenge
 EFFECTS OF
VOG
• Reduced air quality
• Decreased visibilit
• Coughing fits and
itchy eyes
 EFFECTS OF
• AsthmaVOG
attacks
• Emergency hospital visits
for people with pulmonary
disease
Tips on what to do Reduce or avoid exposure to other
when there is vog air pollutants
Vog reduces the bodies natural abilities
to expel toxins. Don’t overload your
system.
Take extra precautions if you should
wear a proper fitting mask or
respirator on the job

Reduce the exposure to other

pollution sources such as burning
rubbish, cigarette smoke, and avoid
over exertion during periods of
exposure to Vog.
Tips on what to do Drink lots of fluids – keep throat
and eyes moist and happy.
when there is vog
If you wear contact lens, be sure and
keep them clean and wet, or choose to
use glasses for now

Take a break from staring at

computer screens and rest your eyes
more frequently.

Splash water on your face if you

find it comfortable
Drink a lot of water so your throat
will not be dry
Tips on what to do Don’t overexert yourself when
when there is vog VOG levels are high

Do not exhaust yourself.

In doing School works and activity rest if
you must.

Take a break, if you feel that you

have to

observe yourself , try to relax. Most

especially if you have asthma and
other lung condition
Tips on what to do
when there is vog Stay indoors as much as
possible. People who have lung
conditions should limit
physical activity outdoors.

Keep windows and doors closed

Tips on what to do
when there is vog When you do have to go
outside, wear a paper or gauze
surgical mask that covers your
nose and mouth.

Wet the mask if necessary

Tips on what to do
when there is vog • Take your COPD or
asthma medicines as
prescribed.

Do not smoke. Smoking can

irritate your lungs even more
Tips on what to do
when there is vog Drink a lot of fluids, especially
warm fluids

Bend forward at the waist

slightly to make it easier to
breathe
Tips on what to do
• Practice breathing exercises
when there is vog indoors to keep your lungs as
healthy as possible. With your
lips almost closed, breathe in
through your nose and out
through your mouth. This is
called pursed-lip breathing. Or,
breathe deeply through your nose
into your belly without moving
your chest. This is called
diaphragmatic breathing.
The acidic particles
in volcanic smog • Asthma
can worsen these • Bronchitis
lung conditions: • Chronic obstructive pulm
onary disease
(COPD)
• Emphysema
• Any other long-term
(chronic) lung condition