In at least 8 sectors of Quito, light ash from the Cotopaxi volcano fell this Thursday, February 2

In 8 sectors of Quito there was ash fall from the Cotopaxi volcano, this Thursday, February 2.

According to the Secretary of Security and Governance of the Capital Municipality, there was a slight fall of ash in Playita and La Cuendina, in the rural parish of Amaguaña.

Geophysical Institute warns of possible ash fall in four sectors due to seismic activity of the Cotopaxi volcano

In Quitumbe, south of the capital, light ash fell in Guamaní, La Ecuatoriana, Quitumbe, Turubamba. This phenomenon also occurred in Villaflora. As in Conocoto-

The entity recommended wearing a mask in particular for those who have chronic respiratory problems such as asthma.

Tips to protect yourself against volcanic ash fall

In a report around 11:00 a.m., the Geophysical Institute of the National Polytechnic School (EPN), which monitors volcanoes in Ecuador, reported that an emission of 1,500 meters was observed in the southeast direction and two emissions of 1,113 meters above the crater level.

There were reports of ash fall in the northern part of the Cotopaxi National Park and in the sectors of the Tesalia and Güitig factory.

500 people participated in a drill in Quito due to the eruptive activity of the Cotopaxi volcano; there were complaints and recommendations from the public

In the afternoon, that entity reported emission with a low-moderate load of ash and a cloud height of 2,500 meters.

Last week there was an evacuation drill due to the presence of lahars (mud and volcanic debris) in the Valle de los Chillos due to the eruptive activity of Cotopaxi in which around 500 people participated.

In the Rumiñahui canton, the same evacuation actions are expected to begin, starting next Wednesday, February 8, according to a schedule with educational institutions, companies, neighborhoods, and urbanizations. (YO)