firecracker-related injuries

The Department of Health is considering reducing PhilHealth subsidies for firecracker-related injuries as cases rise after New Year celebrations, with most…

4 January 2026 · 2 MIN READ

A reflection on how New Year celebrations in the Philippines have grown quieter over time, and the lessons learned from childhood chaos.

3 January 2026 · 4 MIN READ

Ilocos Norte reported no crimes during New Year celebrations, while Region 1 logged mostly firecracker-related incidents with two injuries in Ilocos Norte.

3 January 2026 · 3 MIN READ

The DOH reports 41 firework-related injuries in SOCCSKSARGEN this holiday season, a 51 percent drop from last year.

2 January 2026 · 1 MIN READ

Baguio City reports zero firecracker-related injuries during the 2026 New Year celebrations, thanks to strict enforcement, community education, and the removal…

2 January 2026 · 1 MIN READ

Firecracker-related injuries dropped 42% this New Year, with the DOH recording 235 cases nationwide, though minors still made up most of the victims.

1 January 2026 · 1 MIN READ

Western Visayas records seven fireworks-related injuries, mostly among children, prompting DOH safety reminders; Pampanga police designate authorized…

31 December 2025 · 2 MIN READ

Authorities investigate a firecracker explosion in Tondo that killed a 12-year-old boy and injured another, as police identify persons of interest and assess…

31 December 2025 · 1 MIN READ

A firecracker test sparked a blaze that destroyed over 10 vending stalls in Cebu’s designated firecracker zone, causing extensive property damage ahead of New…

30 December 2025 · 1 MIN READ

‘We were told that someone used firecrackers there last night. One exploded, but the other did not and was reportedly doused with water.’

29 December 2025 · 1 MIN READ

Kinumpirma ng MPD na fountain ang sumabog sa insidente sa Tondo na ikinasawi ng isang 12-anyos na bata noong 28 December 2025.

29 December 2025 · 1 MIN READ