Manila Bulletin
DOH: Firecracker-related injuries rise to 534
The Department of Health (DOH) recorded 534 firecracker-related injuries nationwide from December 22, 2024, to January 2, 2025, a 9.8% decrease compared to the same period last year.
Kwitis, a legal but dangerous firework, has become the leading cause of injuries, surpassing "boga" which was previously identified as the primary cause.
Other firecrackers that caused many injuries include 5-star and whistle bomb.
The majority of victims were males, with 443 cases, and many were aged 19 and below, totaling 322 cases.
Health Secretary Ted Herbosa anticipates the number of injuries may still increase due to late reports and delayed medical attention, but expects the total to remain lower than the previous year.
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