Tag: New Year’s Eve
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New Year Fireworks Mishaps Leave Three Injured in Caraga Region
In the Caraga Region, the Department of Health (DOH-13) reported a total of seven injuries related to firecrackers between December 1, 2024, and January 1, 2025. Among these, three incidents occurred during the New Year’s festivities spanning from December 31, 2024, to January 1, 2025. According to the DOH-13, five of the injured were minors,…
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Tragic Firecracker Incidents Claim Lives of Vlogger and Young Boy in Cebu
In a somber turn of events during New Year’s Eve celebrations in Cebu, a 23-year-old vlogger named Cyril John Remis and an 8-year-old boy tragically lost their lives due to firecracker-related accidents. Remis, from Barangay San Roque, Asturias, was fatally injured when a firework he was handling exploded near his chest. He was attempting to…
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Tragic New Year’s Eve at Pangasinan Beach: Two Drown, Two Rescued
In a somber turn of events on New Year’s Eve, the Pangasinan Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) reported a distressing incident at Lingayen beach. The afternoon turned tragic when four individuals were caught in perilous sea conditions, resulting in the drowning of two and the rescue of the other two. The PDRRMO,…
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Negros Oriental Celebrates New Year’s Eve Without Firecracker Incidents
In a safe and joyous New Year’s Eve celebration, Negros Oriental reported no incidents related to firecrackers or pyrotechnics, according to local authorities. The streets of Dumaguete City were filled with residents and visitors alike, all gathered at the Pantawan 2 of the Rizal Boulevard to welcome the New Year. The local police and fire…
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New Year’s Eve Shootout in Zamboanga Leaves Two Dead, Police Officer Injured
In a tragic turn of events on New Year’s Eve, a shootout in Zamboanga City resulted in the death of two assailants and left a police officer injured. The incident occurred in front of a parish church in Zone 1, Barangay Ayala, as reported by Col. Kimberly Molitas, the director of the Zamboanga City Police…
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New Year’s Eve Grenade Attack in North Cotabato Leaves One Dead, Five Injured
In a tragic turn of events, a grenade explosion at a carnival in Matalam, North Cotabato, claimed the life of one man and injured five others just before the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve. The incident occurred around 11:50 p.m. in the bustling carnival area of Sitio Condring, Barangay Marbel, as reported by…
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Northern Mindanao Police Ramp Up Efforts Against Illegal Firecrackers, Deploy Over 1,000 Officers
In a bid to ensure a safe New Year’s celebration, the Police Regional Office in Northern Mindanao (PRO-10) has escalated its efforts to combat the use of illegal firecrackers. Over 1,069 officers have been deployed across the region to enforce strict regulations and maintain public safety during the festive season. Brig. Gen. Jaysen de Guzman,…
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DOH-NIR Promotes Safe New Year Celebrations Amid Rising Fireworks Injuries
In Bacolod City, the Department of Health in the Negros Island Region (DOH-NIR) is advocating for safer New Year celebrations as the region reports a concerning number of fireworks-related injuries. As of December 30, 2024, there have been 30 incidents, with a significant majority, 25, involving minors. This alarming statistic prompted DOH-NIR Regional Director Razel…
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Philippine Police Crack Down on Illegal Fireworks, Seize Over PHP2.5 Million Worth
In a bid to ensure a safer New Year’s Eve, the Philippine National Police (PNP) have seized over 535,000 illegal firecrackers valued at more than PHP2.5 million. PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo reported that by 6 a.m. on Tuesday, the police had confiscated 535,960 illegal fireworks and arrested 34 people involved in their distribution.…
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Philippine Police Crack Down on Illegal Fireworks, Seize P2.5 Million Worth
In a bid to ensure a safer New Year’s Eve, the Philippine National Police (PNP) has seized over 535,000 illegal firecrackers valued at more than PHP2.5 million. PNP spokesperson Brig. Gen. Jean Fajardo reported that by 6 a.m. on Tuesday, the police had confiscated 535,960 illegal fireworks and arrested 34 people involved in their distribution.…
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