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Quezon City posts zero fatality in New Year revelry
Quezon City reported 40 firework-related injuries from December 21, 2025, to January 2, 2026, marking a significant 62% decrease compared to the 107 cases recorded in the same period last year.
Of the total injuries, 29 were due to passive involvement with fireworks, while 11 involved direct handling.
The majority of incidents, 27, occurred on streets, with 11 happening inside homes and two in other locations.
The city also noted the absence of firework ingestion, stray bullet injuries, and casualties during this period.
Mayor Joy Belmonte deemed the campaign against fireworks use a success, emphasizing the city's ability to celebrate safely and peacefully.
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