Ash Fall Info
Ash fall is caused by what?
a: the explosive volcanic eruption
b: the collapse of a volcanic crater
c: the gradual release of steam and gases from a dormant volcano
a: the explosive volcanic eruption
Volcanic ash can cause irritation in what part of the body?
a: ears, joints, and lips
b: nose, eyes, and throat
c: skin, hair, and fingernails
b: nose, eyes, and throat
With the support of the World Health Organization and coordinated by the Department of Health, they helped with giving medical support during the Taal Volcano eruption. Who was alongside them in aiding the public?
a: Philippine Emergency Medical Assistance Team (PEMAT)
b: Philippine Red Cross (PRC)
c: Health and Aid Needs for Disaster (HAND-Philippines)
a: Philippine Emergency Medical Assistance Team (PEMAT)
It is advised to wear what to reduce inhalation of volcanic ash particles?
A: N95 mask
b: surgical mask
c: face shield
A: N95 mask
What dangerous gas was released during Taal Volcano’s eruption?
a: sulfur dioxide
b: hydrogen sulfide
c: carbon monoxide
a: sulfur dioxide
What can carry or spread volcanic ash particles at a great distance?
a: wind
b: seismic waves
c: ocean currents
a. wind
What life-threatening health effects can result from inhaling large amounts of volcanic ash and gases?
a: dehydration
b: choking
c: suffocation
c: suffocation
People from the TCLS (Taal Lakeshore) relied on what before they could evacuate from the area?
a: official evacuation announcement broadcasts from local radio stations
b: instructions from rescue and evacuation teams
c: social cues, watching Taal Volcano Island residents evacuate using motorized outrigger boats
c: social cues, watching Taal Volcano Island residents evacuate using motorized outrigger boats
When experiencing throat or nasal irritation, consume plenty of what to ease irritation?
a: coffee
b: water
c: carbonated drinks
b: water
Why is it unsafe to drive during and after an ashfall?
a: roads are blocked by the ash
b: reduction of visibility and thin layers of ash are slippery
c: car damage caused by ash particles
b: reduction of visibility and thin layers of ash are slippery
How long does a volcanic ashfall typically last?
a: a few minutes to several hours
b: a few hours to a couple of days
c: several weeks to a couple of months
b: a few hours to a couple of days
What happens when ash makes contact with the skin, especially when acidic?
a: irritation and reddening of the skin
b: permanent discoloration of the skin
c: papules and nodules
a: irritation and reddening of the skin
Why didn’t the residents and tourists of Talisay evacuate immediately, despite receiving warnings from barangay officials?
a: they believed the situation was normal and were told that taal was only at alert level 2
b: they were waiting for PHIVOLCS to declare an alert level 4
c: they believed the eruption would only affect the taal volcano island
a: they believed the situation was normal and were told that taal was only at alert level 2
What should be done before cleaning ash to prevent it from flying in the air?
a: sweep the ash quickly with a dry broom
b: wet the ash lightly
c: blow the ash away from doorways and walkways
b: wet the ash lightly
What label did PHIVOLCS use when the volcano’s ash explosions became stronger, which informed the government and allowed them to undertake evacuations?
a: elevated volcanic unrest
b: imminent hazardous eruption
c: confirmed magmatic eruption
b: imminent hazardous eruption
Which cities were placed under a state of calamity during the 2020 Taal volcanic eruption?
a: Batangas and Cavite
B: Rizal and Albay
c: Laguna and Quezon
a: Batangas and Cavite
Who is most at risk when exposed to ash particles?
a: people with lung and respiratory problems
b: people with skin wounds or brittle nails
c: people with vision problems
a: people with lung and respiratory problems
The 2020 Taal eruption caused what, due to widespread ashfall, that forced an electric shutdown across Batangas?
a: voltage fluctuations and electrical surges
b: damage to power transmission lines
c: power outages and network disruptions
c: power outages and network disruptions
What should you do to protect stored food and drinking water to avoid contamination?
a: wash glasses and food containers regularly
b: use plastic cups and containers
c: cover stored food and drink in sealed containers
c: cover stored food and drink in sealed containers
What precautionary step can be done to keep volcanic ash from entering your home?
a: keep fans running near windows to push away ash
b: sweep near entrances regularly
c: seal doors and windows, and turn off ventilation systems
c: seal doors and windows, and turn off ventilation systems
What alert level was raised to indicate an imminent hazardous eruption and a warning for citizens to evacuate?
a: Alert Level 5 - Hazardous Eruption in Progress
b: Level 3 - High Level of Volcanic Unrest
c: Level 4: Intense unrest, continuing seismic swarms
c: Level 4: Intense unrest, continuing seismic swarms
Eye irritation can be caused by the ash’s grit which can create painful scratches in front of the eyes. What other symptoms can one get from volcanic ash-induced eye irritation?
a: blurry and double vision
b: Eyes becoming painful, itchy, or bloodshot
c: light sensitivity and seeing halos and glare
b: Eyes becoming painful, itchy, or bloodshot
In case of a power outage or if your phone loses signal, what device can be used to monitor for official instructions and air quality updates?
a: an emergency phone
b: two-way radios (walkie talkies)
c: a battery-powered radio
c: a battery-powered radio
What is the full name of the department where people can get advisories and further information about ash falls and other volcanic activities?
a: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology
b: Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
c: Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
a: Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology
This telecommunications firm offered communication aid and payment relief to some parts of Albay province residents affected by the Mayon Volcano eruption earlier this year.
a: Globe Telecom
b: DITO Telecommunity
c: Converge ICT Solutions
a: Globe Telecom