How would you prepare yourself to survive a volcanic eruption in the place where you live?
Survival during an eruption
- Close all windows, doors, and fireplace or woodstove dampers.
- Turn off all fans and heating and air conditioning systems.
- Bring pets and livestock into closed shelters.
- Keep necessities on hand.
- Listen for emergency alerts and do what they say.
- Stay inside until you hear that it’s safe to come out.
Do and don’ts during volcanic eruption?
Use goggles and wear eyeglasses instead of contact lenses. Use a dust mask or hold a damp cloth over your face to help with breathing. Stay away from areas downwind from the volcano to avoid volcanic ash. Stay indoors until the ash has settled unless there is a danger of the roof collapsing.
Can you survive a volcano?
No. If a volcano is going to erupt, nothing on earth can keep it from happening, but you can survive an eruption by getting as far away as possible or going to a shelter. The best way to be safe from this hazard is to put a lot of distance between you and the volcano.