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Bookmark or Share- Frequently Asked Questions About Volcanic Smog (vog)Vog is a hazy mixture of sulfur dioxide gas (SO 2) and particles (PM 2.5) originating from Kīlauea Volcano. Sensitivity to vog varies among people, so all people need to take responsibility to protect themselves and dependent family members, as necessary.
- Vog | American Lung AssociationClean Air. Emergencies & Natural Disasters. Vog, a form of pollution from volcanoes, contains a mix of dangerous components. It is particularly risky for those who live nearest to the eruption. Kilauea on the Big Island of Hawaii is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.
- Hawaii health officials warn volcanic smog known as vog has returned ...Updated 12:18 PM PDT, September 12, 2023. HONOLULU (AP) — The latest eruption of a Hawaii volcano isn’t threatening any infrastructure but health officials are warning the public about air-quality hazards from volcanic smog known as vog. Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, began erupting Sunday.
- What is "vog"? How is it related to sulfur dioxide (SO2) emissions?Vog (volcanic smog) is a visible haze comprised of gas and an aerosol of tiny particles and acidic droplets created when sulfur dioxide (SO2) and other gases emitted from a volcano chemically interact with sunlight and atmospheric oxygen, moisture, and dust.
- Hawaii Health Officials Warn Volcanic Smog Known as Vog Has Returned ...(U.S. Geological Survey via AP, File) HONOLULU (AP) — The latest eruption of a Hawaii volcano isn't threatening any infrastructure but health officials are warning the public about air-quality...
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