(ANSA) - ROME, JANUARY 24 - 84% of the population of Tonga, about 105,000 people, has been affected in one way or another by the eruption of the volcano and the consequent tsunami ten days ago.
This was announced by the government of the archipelago according to what was reported by the BBC.
In particular, the authorities fear that exposure to volcanic ash can cause long-term breathing difficulties, irritate the lungs, eyes and skin and cause problems with the cardiovascular system.
Three officially confirmed victims so far: Lataimaumi Lauaki, a 49-year-old woman from Nomuka, Telai Tetu'ila, a 65-year-old man from Mango, and Briton Angela Glover, 50.
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