MANILA, January 2 ------ Firecracker injuries are down by 64 percent this year, the Department of Health (DOH) said on New Year's Day. Speaking on ANC’s “Dateline Philippines,” Health department spokesperson Assistant Secretary Albert Domingo said the agency recorded 141 fireworks-related injuries from New Year’s Eve in 2024 to New Year’s Day in 2025.
In a statement, the DOH said the most commonly reported injuries were eye injuries. Domingo added that they recorded 15 amputations of body parts this year. The DOH also said the third most recorded injury this year was burns because of fireworks.
The official said most of the victims were in the 5 to 19 years old age range, and 88 percent of the victims were male. The DOH reminded the public to see a doctor when they are wounded due to firecrackers to avoid tetanus infections. “Fireworks are dirty wounds and you need to be seen by a doctor in case you’re a victim, no matter how small it is,” Domingo said.
The DOH said Filipinos must not pick up fireworks that did not explode, and then douse them with water. They must also clean their surroundings to make sure there is no firecracker residue. The Health department also advised parents to watch over their children and make sure that they do not pick up firecrackers that did not explode. Pinoys must also have a first-aid kit in case of any injuries, the DOH said.
Source: news.abs-cbn.com
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