Is it safe to use AC during ash fall?

Is it safe to use AC during ash fall?

It is all right to use air conditioners (split type/ window air conditioners) during LIGHT ash fall. The air your AC unit uses comes from inside your home, not from the outdoors, so it will not affect your air conditioning unit. However, during HEAVY ash fall, please REFRAIN from using your AC units.

How do you clean up after ashfall?

Moisten thick ash deposits on hard floors and place in bags, use damp or wet cloth to clean. For several months after ashfall, filters (air conditioner and furnace) may need replacing often. Clean any surface that may blow and recirculate ash. Keep children and pets indoors and discourage play in dusty settings.