MANILA, Philippines — The number of recorded firework-related injuries rose to 43 on Christmas Day, said the Department of Health (DOH).
According to the DOH in a statement, the injuries were recorded from December 22 until 6 a.m. on December 25.
The current total of 43 injuries is significantly higher than the 28 reported during the same period in 2023 and the 18 recorded in 2022.
Article continues after this advertisement“Thirty-seven (86 percent) ng kaso ay dulot ng iligal na paputok, partikular ay boga,” said the DOH.
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Meanwhile, the DOH reported that the majority of the injuries, amounting to 34 cases, were sustained by individuals aged 19 years or younger.
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Article continues after this advertisementThe health department then reminded the public to avoid lighting fireworks and instead opt for noise-making alternatives like drums and horns to celebrate.
Article continues after this advertisementIt also reiterated that the sale of firecrackers or fireworks to minors is illegal.
afk77 slotThe DOH also urged the public to contact the National Emergency hotline at 911 and the DOH hotline at 1555, in cases of emergency.
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