Calvin Cordova
The Department of Health-Central Visayas reported that eight firecracker-related injuries were recorded on Thursday, Dec. 26. From Dec. 21 to 26, the DOH said that 19 persons were injured due to firecrackers and 54 others were hurt due to road accidents. The number of injuries were based on the reports from the two sentinel and 17 non-sentinel hospitals in Central Visayas. The agency reminded the public not to use prohibited and illegal firecrackers. It added that “lantaka” , Five Star, and piccolo are the common causes of fireworks-related injuries.The public was advised to report people using illegal firecrackers to authorities.
The DOH-7 reminded motorists to observe precautionary measures when travelling such as Blow-Bag-Set – brakes, lights, oil, water, battery, accessories, gas/fuel, self, electrical, and tires.
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