Protect Yourself from Ash during a Volcanic Eruption

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  • Exposure to volcanic ash can harm your health, especially your lungs.
  • Wear a NIOSH Approved N95 respirator to protect your lungs from ash.

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Protect yourself from ash during a volcanic eruption.

  • Ash can harm your health, especially your breathing.
  • Wear a NIOSH Approved N95 respirator to protect your lungs.

Learn more about disaster safety at https://www.cdc.gov/natural-disasters/

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National Center for Environmental Health