The Department of Health (DOH) recorded 32 new cases of firecracker-related injuries on Friday, bringing the total to 101 cases since December 22.
In a report by RH Leth Narciso, DOH Spokesperson Asec. Albert Domingo mentioned that the recorded firecracker-related injuries came from five regions.
The highest number of cases was reported in Metro Manila, followed by Region 3, then Region 2, Region 6, Ilocos Region, and Central Visayas Region.
Domingo also reported that five out of the 101 reported injuries as of this morning have undergone amputation or have had their fingers severed.
Furthermore, he mentioned that others sustained injuries to their eyes, hands, head, legs, and arms.
A total of 82 firecracker injury victims are 19 years old or younger. Additionally, 92 of the victims are male, while 9 are female.
In an earlier advisory, the DOH recommended that the public refrain from using firecrackers during the holiday season to prevent firecracker-related injuries.
Among the harmful effects of firecrackers are permanent respiratory issues and damage to other organs caused by lead, sulfur dioxide, carbon dioxide, and carbon monoxide.
Poisoning can also occur from ingestion or swallowing firecrackers or any of their components.
The agency recorded 75 cases on December 27, 2023, a notable drop from the 32 cases reported today.
