YOGYAKARTA, The rain of ash by the eruption of Mount Merapi, a sky thick ash blanketed the city of Yogyakarta. DIY Head of Health urged people to limit the activity out of the house, because the eyes and breathing the most vulnerable affected.

“If it is not necessary at all, should not have to leave the house. Even if have to get out, do not forget to wear a mask and goggles,” said Chief Medical Officer of DIY, Bondan Agus detikHealth Suryanto when contacted on Friday (05/11/2010). (more…)

The rain of ash is not the only threat of the eruption of Mount Merapi, because bursts of volcanic material that is usually accompanied by toxic gases. Because of its mild and colorless gas that sometimes slide further but not realized.

Genetics expert from the Human Genome Center, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Dr Teguh Haryo Saso, PhD said glide these gases need to be wary of. It is not possible, levels continue to rise due to the activity of Merapi is not stopped erupting since late October. (more…)

People who are exposed to dust from volcanic eruptions usually have complaints on, nose eye skin, and symptoms of pain in his throat. Health effects may result from exposure to short-term and long term. For people who suffer from bronchitis, emphysema and asthma, you should immediately take special measures to avoid a more severe condition that can cause additional stress cardio-pulmonary (heart-lung excess stress). (more…)

Tuesday, October 26, 2010, Mount Merapi, located in Yogyakarta special region erupted again. The eruption began to be heard at 17:02 pm. Up at 17:34 pm eruption has occurred 4 times. Hot clouds appear white, soaring into the sky. temperature of the hot cloud is estimated to reach 600 degrees Celsius. According to officials BPPTK current eruption is more powerful and have a greater potential hazard. Merapi erupted in early 2006, precisely on June 8th. (more…)