D.M. Quito, 20 of September 2015 08:10
COTOPAXI VOLCANO PRESS RELEASE 73 According to the Geophysics Institute of the Polytechnic University, in the last 12 hours, the Cotopaxi volcano maintained a moderate level of internal activity and a low level of external activity. After 6:30 a.m. continuous emissions of gas and vapor have been reported. These emissions had a low ash content, reached 2000 meters over the crater, and headed westward. No rain or ash falls have been registered in the zones nearby. Actions Carried Out Throughout this week various actions were carried out in order to strengthen the response capacities of citizens in case of an eventual volcanic eruption. Thanks to the participation of the institutions responsible thousands of people of Cotopaxi and Pichincha have received training on preventive measures, evacuations, and how to use information systems connected to the ECU 911. Until this moment 8 communication systems are functioning, thus strengthening the interaction between public institutions, the Geophysics Institute, and citizens. 1000 people have received visits and information to strengthen prevention measures within the areas of health, community, agriculture, and inclusion. In addition, the presence of government authorities in the media was also permanent. This week, in Latacunga (Cotopaxi), the Minister of Security Coordination, CĂŠsar Navas, held a talk with local and national media and yesterday evening he explained about the current situation of the volcanic activity in the show 593 Ecuador in the channel EcuadorTV. Recommendations Only ask for information to officials in charge of the integral management of the current situation. We advise you assist with your families to meetings and the drills held by the responsible institutions. Also you should continuously revise your contingency and family plans and do not forget to have handy your emergency kit. Finally, we suggest you organize yourself with your community. For more information visit www.volcancotopaxi.com, the official channels of the Ministry of Security Coordination (www.seguridad.gob.ec, @Seguridad_Ec, https://www.facebook.com/SeguridadEcuador), and the Geophysics Institute www.igepn.edu.ec.
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