4 more kids sustain 'cracker injuries as DOH renews call for vigilance
Four more children have sustained injuries from firecrackers, bringing the total to eight, according to the latest data from the Department of Health (DOH). The new cases involve boys aged 8 to 12 years and are attributed to various types of fireworks. With New Year celebrations approaching, the DOH urges parents to prevent firecracker injuries by supervising their children and using noise-making alternatives. The agency also appeals to local authorities to restrict access to illegal fireworks and promote community fireworks displays. Stay informed with SunStar Philippines.
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By Diann Calucin
The Quezon City Police District (QCPD) destroyed confiscated firecrackers and pyrotechnics worth P810,697 at Camp Karingal, Sikatuna Village, Quezon City on Saturday, Dec. 31.
The firecrackers and pyrotechnics were seized from 58 operations conducted by 16 police stations an
Around P810,697 worth of prohibited firecrackers and pyrotechnics were destroyed by police authorities after being seized following the implementation of a stricter Quezon City order before the New Year.