Health and EnvironmentCaviteños Warned of Health Hazards After Oil Spill Reaches...

Caviteños Warned of Health Hazards After Oil Spill Reaches Cavite Bay

-

- Public Service Reminder -spot_img

The Department of Health-Center for Health Development (DOH-CHD) CaLaBaRZon has warned of potential health hazards following an oil spill in Manila Bay, caused by the sinking of the Motor Tanker Terranova in Limay, Bataan.

The Bataan oil spill has reached the shorelines of 8 Cavite municipalities, including Bacoor City, prompting Cavite Governor Jonvic Remulla to place these areas under State of Calamity.

DOH urged residents to exercise caution and avoid consuming seafood until further notice, as the oil spill may have contaminated fish and other marine products, potentially leading to food poisoning.

DOH-CHD Assistant Secretary and Concurrent Regional Director Ariel Valencia warned that exposure to the oil spill could cause a range of health effects, including nausea, eye irritation, increased blood pressure, irregular heart rhythm, headaches, loss of appetite, and difficulty concentrating.

Skin irritation, rashes, blisters, and dermatitis may occur if the oil comes into contact with the skin, while consuming contaminated seafood could lead to vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, fever, and loss of consciousness.

In severe cases, excessive oil exposure could cause convulsions, coma, or even death.

The agency advised anyone who comes into contact with the oil to wash immediately with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, and seek medical attention if symptoms occur.


Discover more from Cavite News

Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.

cavite.news
cavite.newshttps://cavite.news
We, the people of Cavite, recognize that in order to achieve our goals and aspirations, we need to be empowered and well-informed of the news and events that affect us and our cities and towns. We need to have access to accurate, relevant, and timely information that will enable us to make informed decisions and take appropriate actions.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Latest news

Residents in Imus Complain Over Incomplete Flood Control Project

IMUS, Cavite — Residents of Malagasang in Imus City, Cavite are raising complaints over an unfinished flood control project...

Cavite’s Paliparan-GMA bypass road nears completion, seen to boost connectivity

Construction of the Paliparan-GMA Bypass Road in Cavite is nearing completion, with officials saying the project will help ease...

Minor Nabbed in Cavite for Online Gender-Based Violence

IMUS CITY, Cavite — A 15-year-old boy was taken into custody after an entrapment operation in Cavite for allegedly...

Hindi Lang sa Bulacan at Manila – Cavite’y Mas Nababaha

Isang Paalala sa mga Namumuno: Ang Baha ay Hindi Pumipili ng Lugar Sa tuwing umuulan nang malakas, nagiging viral ang...
- Advertisement -spot_imgspot_img

Silang LGU clarifies suspension of flood control projects

SILANG, Cavite — The municipal government of Silang issued a statement Tuesday clarifying that the suspension of flood control...

CAVITEX Northbound Lane Closed for Pavement Repairs Until Sept. 27, 2025

The Cavite Expressway (CAVITEX) pavement repair program has entered its third and fourth phases, with lane closures expected to...

Must read

Offset Shares a Video of Cardi B Giving Birth to Baby Kulture

What was expected of her was the same thing...
- Advertisement -spot_imgspot_img

You might also likeRELATED
Recommended to you