The Canary Islands are suffering from a terrible fire Start on 15th August in Monte Arafo (Tenerife).City Hall President Rosa Dávila commented that the fire is currently affecting 11 municipalities and that the scale of the fire “Never seen in the Canary Islands”.
Govt advises affected areas to use FFP2 masks
The Government of the Canary Islands informs residents of the municipalities of Los Realejos, La Orotava and Arafo that foreign orUse an FFP2 mask to avoid respiratory problems and protect your eyes as much as possible. It is also recommended to keep windows and doors closed, and if you have an air conditioner, put it on recirculation mode and use a clean filter.
As stated in the statement, smoke Composed of a mixture of gas and small particles Gases emitted from the burning of vegetation and other materials.
What are the symptoms of smoke poisoning?
Furthermore, the Government of the Canary Islands proposes avoiding being outside and engaging in vigorous or prolonged physical activity.Symptoms of smoke poisoning are Cough, eye, nose, or throat irritation, trouble breathing deeply, fast heartbeat, fatigue or chest discomfort.
Groups considered sensitive and at risk are those with respiratory or heart disease, such as asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema; Children, pregnant women, the elderly and those who engage in strenuous physical activity.
fire is caused
On Sunday, Canary Islands President Fernando Clavijo announced at a news conference that an investigation by the National Guard had concluded that the fire was the cause. He also asked that no intervention be necessary and that agents must be allowed to continue their efforts to apprehend the alleged perpetrators. “They endangered the lives and material wealth of thousands of people”.