The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority on Thursday reiterated its call to the local government units in the metropolis to designate fireworks display zones in their respective localities for the New Year revelry.

MMDA acting chairperson Atty. Don Artes said the designation of fireworks display zones in every LGU will provide a safer environment during the holiday celebration.

"Setting up common fireworks display zone can prevent or lessen fireworks-related injuries. Open spaces or common areas can be designated as fireworks display zones," Artes said.

During the recent Metro Manila Council meeting, Artes and the Metro Manila mayors discussed the reiteration of MMDA Resolution 22-22 Series of 2022, exhorting the Metro Manila LGUs to set up firework display zone in relation to Republic Act 7183 which regulates the sale, manufacture, distribution, and use of firecrackers and other pyrotechnic devices.