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Ash Has Dangerous Health Impacts

Ash covers tables and chairs on a bar terrace at the promenade of Puerto Naos village.
Ash covers tables and chairs on a bar terrace at the promenade of Puerto Naos village. Photo: Emilio Morenatti (AP)

Ash isn’t just causing a nuisance on the ground, it’s also making the air dangerous. In-person learning in schools in five municipalities has been suspended due to “extremely unfavorable” air quality, according to a spokesperson for the town of Pevolca. Pevolca is also advising residents to wear face masks, abstain from sports and exercise and stay indoors as much as possible.