A continuous emission of water vapor, volcanic gases, and ash has been observed dispersing to the northwest from the Popocatépetl volcano. The state government has urged the population not to attempt to ascend the volcano and to respect the 12-kilometer safety radius, as the volcanic alert traffic light remains at Yellow Phase II. There is a warning about the risk of mudflows and debris in case of heavy rains, so it is crucial to stay away from the bottoms of canyons.
The General Coordination of Civil Protection and Disaster Risk Management has reinforced preventive measures and emergency preparation in the communities near the volcano. Masks have been distributed, brochures with recommendations for dealing with ashfall have been provided, and evacuation routes and temporary shelters have been monitored in collaboration with various government entities and municipal authorities.
Special programs have been implemented, such as the 'Operational Plan Popocatépetl' with the aim of coordinating actions among the states and the federation, incorporating advancements in emergency planning. Preventive measures have been taken, such as training for the most vulnerable communities, and Community Civil Protection Committees have been established.
In light of the possible ashfall, the population is advised to follow certain guidelines, such as covering the nose and mouth, cleaning eyes and throat with clean water, avoiding ash accumulation on roofs and patios, among other measures. The National Civil Protection System has reported on the activity of the Popocatépetl volcano, recording 50 exhalations and 860 minutes of high-frequency tremor so far.
