The public has begun hunting for face masks following the spread of\nvolcanic ash from Mount Anak Krakatau to several areas, including\nJakarta.<\/p>\n
A number of residents swarmed mask vendors in the Andara toll road\nunderpass area, Pondok Labu, South Jakarta, on Sunday (6\/9).<\/p>\n
As reported, mask stalls were crowded with people purchasing large\nquantities, with some buying at least two boxes containing 50 pieces per\nbox. Some residents also sought smaller packs of 10, masks suitable for\nchildren, and masks specifically designed for hijab users.<\/p>\n
Dian and Supri, residents of Lebak Bulus II, intentionally purchased\nmasks due to the current situation involving volcanic ash from the\neruption of Mount Anak Krakatau in Jakarta. They are increasing their\nstock to anticipate a prolonged ash dispersal.<\/p>\n
\u201cI usually buy masks, but this time it is because of the ash,\u201d said\nSupri.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe vendor said more stock would arrive this afternoon. The ones I\nusually buy are cheap, around Rp8,000, but they have run out,\u201d added\nDian.<\/p>\n
Similarly, Reino, a resident of Andara, stated that the poor air\nquality caused by the volcanic ash prompted his purchase. Reino admitted\nto being shocked when his house was filled with volcanic ash since the\nmorning.<\/p>\n
\u201cI actually always keep masks prepared at home because our air\nquality is often poor,\u201d said Reino. \u201cThe heat is extraordinary and there\nare many viruses and diseases, so it is very effective to keep masks\navailable.\u201d<\/p>\n
The Head of the Jakarta Provincial Disaster Management Agency (BPBD),\nMarulitua Sijabat, has urged residents to remain vigilant regarding the\nimpact of the volcanic ash.<\/p>\n
Marulitua outlined several steps that Jakarta residents can take to\nface the volcanic ash rain from Mount Anak Krakatau, which has begun to\ncover parts of Jakarta.<\/p>\n
First, use a mask when performing activities outside the house.\nStandard cloth masks are less optimal for filtering volcanic ash\nparticles.<\/p>\n
Second, close doors, windows, and house ventilation. Residents are\nalso advised to turn off fans or air conditioning units that draw air\nfrom the outside if the surrounding air is affected by ash.<\/p>\n
Third, reduce outdoor activities, particularly for infants, children,\nthe elderly, pregnant women, and residents with asthma, lung disease, or\nheart disease.<\/p>\n
Furthermore, if there is ash around the house, residents are\nrequested to dampen it with water before cleaning. Ash should not be\nswept while dry, as this can cause particles to become airborne and\ninhaled.<\/p>\n
Fifth, cover all water and food storage. Water or food exposed to\nvolcanic ash should not be consumed.<\/p>\n
Sixth, residents experiencing severe shortness of breath, chest pain,\npersistent coughing, or worsening eye irritation are urged to seek\nimmediate medical assistance at a health facility.<\/p>\n
Seventh, contact the Jakarta Siaga service via number 112 to report\nemergencies within the Jakarta area.<\/p>", "url": "https:\/\/jawawa.id\/newsitem\/jakarta-residents-begin-mask-hunt-following-anak-krakatau-ashfall-1788685024", "image": "" }, "sponsor": "Okusi Associates", "sponsor_url": "https:\/\/okusiassociates.com" }