In case of heavy rains, stay away from the bottom of ravines due to the danger of mudflows and landslides,” the agency insisted in its report this Saturday. What illnesses does volcanic ash cause in your pets? The UNAM alerted that pets are also exposed to volcanic ash, so it is important to take extreme precautions if you have a sick cat or dog at home. Through a message on its social networks, the country's leading university indicated that ash can cause conjunctivitis and respiratory problems in your dog or cat. It pointed out that if your pet shows sneezing, nasal discharge, coughing, or red eyes, you should immediately go to your veterinarian. Additionally, it is important to be attentive if your pet suffers from any chronic illness, as you should ask your veterinarian about the special care you should provide. How to care for your pet from volcanic ash? In the image shared on social networks, UNAM lists a series of measures that can help protect your pet in case of volcanic ash fall. Mainly, dog or cat owners should keep their pets indoors. Additionally, they should avoid, as much as possible, having them outdoors in the presence of volcanic ash. It also urged to protect drinkers and food dishes; as well as to clean the nose, eyes, and muzzle with a wet cloth. If necessary, owners should clean their pets' fur before they enter the house. UNAM also recommended giving their pets enough clean and fresh water, as well as changing it frequently. How to protect yourself from volcanic ash? The Mexico City Integral Risk Management and Civil Protection Secretariat also issued some recommendations for residents in case of ash fall in the Mexico Metropolitan Area. Cover water deposits to avoid contamination. Protect your nose and mouth because it can irritate the respiratory system. Do not perform outdoor activities. Close doors and windows. Seal cracks and vents with wet cloths. Do not leave food outdoors. Cover the drains to prevent them from getting clogged. In the forecast for volcanic ash fall in your jurisdiction, follow these recommendations: Cover water deposits to avoid contamination. Protect your nose and mouth because it can irritate the respiratory system. Do not perform outdoor activities… During the week, federal and Mexico City government authorities alerted the population to possible ash fall from the Popocatépetl volcano in some parts of the Mexico Metropolitan Area; they called not to be exposed and to take care of their pets. Due to this, the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) shared measures to protect the health of pets in case of ash fall. This Saturday, March 28, the Popocatépetl Volcanic Alert Traffic Light is at Yellow Phase 2; nine exhalations have been detected. The National Disaster Prevention Center urged people not to approach the volcano and especially the crater, due to the danger of falling incandescent fragments. “Respect the 12-kilometer exclusion radius from the crater, being inside this area is not safe.”
