Volcanoes

not visit the volcano site. You could be killed by a sudden explosion. Public officials may tell you where it is safe to view.

there is ash in the air, avoid being downwind from the volcano. A building offers good shelter from volcanic ash, but not from lava flows or rocks. If ash is falling, stay indoors unless there is a danger of the roof collapsing. Close doors, windows and all ventilation in the house. Cover your nose and mouth to avoid breathing ash.

aware of flying rocks and mudflows. Mudflows can move faster than you can walk or run.

you live near a volcano, you should have an evacuation plan. Know what route you will take if you must evacuate and have a back-up route, too. Also, if you live near a volcano it is good to have a pair of goggles and a throw-away breathing mask for each member of your household.

an eruption, if you have ash on your roof, clear it away as soon as you can. The ash is heavy and could cause the roof to collapse.