With the fire extinguishing operation that broke out yesterday at a recycling plant in Amphitrite of the Municipality of Alexandroupolis to continue for the second day, the Public Health Directorate of the IP. Evros today made recommendations to citizens to take precautionary measures from tobacco and ash, based on EDYY guidelines.

In particular, since fire smoke contains suspended particles – it strengthens dangerously, depending on the fuel material – consists of:

– as far as possible removal from the area,

– Staying in places with closed windows and doors and ventilation of spaces when there is no smoke,

– the use of air conditioners with filters and air recycling setting,

– Avoiding smoking and outdoor activities,

– the use of high protection mask in case of compulsory commute,

– the consumption of abundant fluids,

– Immediate search for medical help in the event of symptoms, such as cough, shortness of breath, chest pain, dizziness and more.

As to take protection measures when cleaning the affected area from the ash:

– Do not allow children and pets to come into contact with ash/burnt land,

– Use protective equipment such as high protection face mask, protective glasses, gloves, long clothes and closed shoes,

– Do not use common brooms that disperse the ash,

– Gently wipe the surfaces and clean with wet sails, use HEPA filter vacuum cleaners for indoors,

– Change or clean air conditioning/heating filters,

– Use as little water as possible during cleaning to avoid further dispersion,

– Gather the ash in plastic bags or suitable containers.

It is noted that – so far – the arrival of the residents of the settlement of Amphitrite and the Municipality of Alexandroupolis in the hospital, with respiratory or other symptoms associated with the fire, has not been recorded, and thanks to the direction of the patients.

Regarding the degree of air burden on health -hazardous particles as well as the type of recyclable materials delivered to the flames, according to the relevant services, the record of such data will be launched after the fire is extinguished.