DOH allocates P1.8 million to Mayon Volcano victims contingency fund

The Department of Health earmarked P1.8 million for a contingency fund that would aid those affected by Mayon Volcano’s intensified unrest, Health Secretary Ted Herbosa said Sunday.

“A total of P1.8 million ang in-allocate namin as contingency fund. Nagtalaga pa ako ng additional money. Inutusan ko ‘yung central office, DRRMO office namin para mag-mobilize ng more money kasi hiningin ako ni regional director ng additional funds,” Herbosa said.over the past 24 hours as it remained under Alert Level 3, according to PHIVOLCS.

Residents and tourists were also warned about potential health risks of inhaling the sulfur dioxide or ashfall emitted by the volcano. He said that people should wear N95 masks to protect themselves.

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