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Vehicular emissions, not just Taal, also to blame for smog monitored in Metro Manila: PHIVOLCS

(Eagle News) — The smog observed in Metro Manila cannot be fully attributed to Taal Volcano, a Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology official said. In a dzbb radio interview, PHIVOLCS’ Volcano Monitoring and Eruption Prediction Division head Mariton Bornas said a “thermal inversion” of the atmosphere was taking place, which also prevents pollutants from dissipating. “This is mainly vehicular emissions,” she added. In an advisory on Thursday afternoon, PHIVOLCS warned of a volcanic smog […]