Pakar Ungkap Bahaya Abu Vulkanik setelah Erupsi Selesai

Selasa, 8 September 2026, 12:29 WIB Sumber: Media Indonesia

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Pakar PAPDI Dr. Sukamto Koesnoe memperingatkan bahaya abu vulkanik tidak berhenti setelah erupsi selesai karena partikel PM2.5 dan PM10 dapat terangkat kembali melalui resuspensi dan berisiko mengganggu sistem pernapasan, kardiovaskular, mata, kulit, serta pencernaan. Ia merekomendasikan penggunaan masker N95/KN95/FFP2 dengan segel rapat, melengkapi vaksin influenza dan pneumokokus, serta membawa obat pengontrol bagi penderita penyakit kronis. Peringatan ini muncul menyusul erupsi sejumlah gunung api aktif di Indonesia, termasuk sebaran abu Gunung Anak Krakatau yang mengarah ke Banten, Jawa Barat, Lampung, dan Bengkulu.

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Dr. Sukamto Koesnoe (PAPDI) warns volcanic ash health hazards persist days to weeks after eruptions.
Sharp angular ash particles contain silica and include PM10 and PM2.5 reaching lower airways and alveoli.
Respiratory effects: nasal irritation, dry cough, breathlessness, and acute exacerbations of asthma, COPD, chronic bronchitis, and allergic rhinitis.
ISPA risk rises as ash weakens local mucosal immunity.
PM2.5 penetrates bloodstream, worsening cardiovascular conditions.
Eye effects: conjunctivitis, redness, corneal abrasions; contact lens users advised to switch to glasses.
Acidic ash mixed with sweat can trigger dermatitis and itching.
Digestive risk occurs when ash contaminates drinking water and exposed food.
PAPDI recommends influenza and pneumococcal vaccination for chronic patients and elderly.
Recommended masks: N95, KN95, or FFP2 with proper nose-cheek seal fit-test.
Active Indonesian volcanoes cited: Anak Krakatau, Ibu, Semeru, Lewotobi Laki-laki, Ili Lewotolok, Sinabung.
BMKG data: Krakatau ash plume on 7 Sept 2026 at 15.00 WIB spread toward Banten, Jawa Barat, Lampung, Bengkulu.
Chronic patients in affected areas advised to carry controller medication or inhalers.
Symptoms worsening requires immediate healthcare facility visit.