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Sulfur dioxide levels at 'condition red' in Lanipuna Gardens, county officials warn
Hawaii County Fire Department officials report high levels of sulfur dioxide in the southeast area of Lanipuna Gardens and surrounding farm lots. They say the air quality in the area is “condition red,” meaning it is an immediate danger to health.
“Leaving the area is the best course of action. Seek medical attention if severely affected,” said a county Civil Defense alert to the public issued late this afternoon.
The area has been under a mandatory evacuation order since the lava outbreak began on May 3.
Read more: http://www.staradvertiser.com/2018/05/14/breaking-news/kilauea-volcano-updates-monday/