www.seguridad.gob.ec

Quito, 26 of August of 2015

07:35

COTOPAXI VOLCANO PRESS RELEASE 23

The Geophysics Institute of the Polytechnic University has informed that there

are currently continuous emissions of gases, which have been registered since

yesterday late afternoon and evening. These emissions have reached 600

meters of height over the crater and are heading towards the Northwest side of

the volcano; consequently, causing ash falls in the sectors of: Chaupi, Lasso,

Mulaló and Pastocalle.

We continue to monitor the volcano 24/7, which provides continuous up-to-date

information on the current volcanic activity; therefore, it is important that the

population remains alert to official statements on the current situation.

Recommended Safety Measures

In case of ash fall we recommend you cover your nose and mouth with a clinical

mask and cover your skin and eyes appropriately. We also remind you not to

use water to clean up volcanic ashes and instead you should collect and place

them in plastic trash bags. Please remember that pregnant women, elderly

persons, minors, and persons with respiratory problems should NOT perform

these cleanup activities.

To prevent rumors, we remind you to keep informed by accessing these official

channels: www.volcancotopaxi.com, www.seguridad.gob.ec, @Seguridad_Ec,

and https://www.facebook.com/SeguridadEcuador