00:00DNR is now evaluating the effect of the ashfall from the eruption of Vulcan Canlaon.
00:05This is also to know how long it will take for a place affected by the ashfall to recover.
00:11Gabriel Llega is in the report.
00:16The Department of Environment and Natural Resources is now looking at the effect of the ashfall of Vulcan Canlaon on communities.
00:23According to DNR Secretary Maria Antonia Yulo-Layzaga,
00:27many components are being looked at when it comes to the ashfall.
00:30The agency includes the National Aeronautic Space Administration or NASA of the United States,
00:36Manila Observatory and the Korean Space Agency, and others when it comes to assessing air quality.
00:41Based on the latest satellite image obtained by the Manila Observatory from Korean counterparts,
00:47ashfall from Vulcan Canlaon reached Panay Island.
00:51It is also added that ashfall from Vulcan Canlaon can be affected and the water becomes acidic when it falls due to sulfur dioxide.
01:00In addition, the water in areas affected by ashfall from Vulcan Canlaon should be treated properly.
01:07DNR is also directly coordinating with the Office of Civil Defense when it comes to the quality of water in communities affected by ashfall.
01:15DNR is also assessing the amount of ashfall to determine how long it will take for a place to recover from ashfall.
01:23On the other hand, a volcano's eruption has its own advantages, such as lowering the temperature and lowering the soil.
01:32But it takes a long time to see its positive effects.
01:36For example, it is the fertile soil in the National Capital Region and Calabarzon,
01:41where the Taal Volcano and Laguna Caldera in Laguna Divay can be found.
01:46DNR is also reminding communities affected by ashfall from Vulcan Canlaon to monitor the quality of water and continue to wear face masks.
01:56Gabo Mildeville Agas for Pambansang TV in Bagong, Philippines.
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