Daily Tribune‘Fireworks both at or near the home and even at designated areas can still harm even those not lighting them’
The Department of Health on Monday logged 16 more cases of fireworks-related injuries, bringing the total number to 28.
The department's latest bulletin showed the latest victims ranged from six to 35 years of age, with one female among the victims.
The majority, or 94 percent of the cases, occurred at the victims' homes or in the streets, with 31 percent of the cases happening in the National Capital Region.
In one case, the DoH said a passive onlooker at a fireworks display in a designated area sustained an eye injury.
The department reminded the public to take precautionary measures when viewing community fireworks displays.
"Fireworks both at or near the home and even at designated areas can still harm even those not lighting them," it said.
"It is better for professionals at community fireworks displays to do the show, with watchers far away at a safe distance," the DoH added.
Citing Republic Act 7183 and Executive Order 28, the department said it is unsafe to use any fireworks, legal or illegal, at home or on the streets.
"Many victims are not even involved in lighting them. There is legal basis and a moral duty for local leaders and the police to ensure safety from fireworks," it said.
