Tuesday 7 June 2011

Volcanic ash cloud reaches Buenos Aires


Worries over the arrival of the Puyehue volcanic ash cloud in Buenos Aires were escalating this morning, however it was confirmed by officials that the ash cloud's effects are expected to be minimal. The cloud was reported to have "reached the Greater Buenos Aires area, and be moving towards the Capital."
The cloud is said to be at 5,000 metres in height, and unless the winds change, it should not cause direct health problems. “At present, it’s moving across the Greater Buenos Aires area and the City, but its threat is minimal after it dispersing on its move from the south,” mentioned Jorge Etcherrán, executive director of Emergency Advice of the Buenos Aires province.


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