The number of fireworks-related injuries recorded by hospitals in Metro Manila is reportedly higher compared to the same period last year, with many of the victims children.
In Sandra Aguinaldo’s 24 Oras report, the East Avenue Medical Center recorded 12 fireworks-related injuries since December 21— 300% higher compared to the same time in 2023 when the hospital only recorded three cases.
One of the recent victims is a 61-year-old woman who suffered second-degree burns on December 29.
“Mas marami kaming nakita na cases ng bata nitong taong ito compared sa mga nakaraang taon. Maybe because of the access ng mga bata dito sa mga paputok. Isa siguro yan sa mga dapat tingnan o bantayan, saan kaya sila nakakakuha,” said Dr. John Paulo Ner, spokesperson of Ligtas Christmas 2024.
(We have observed more child cases compared to previous years. Maybe because children have access to fireworks. This should be one of the things to look at or watch out for, where the kids are getting these.)
Earlier, the Department of Health (DOH) said the number of firecracker-related injuries rose to 188.
That is 52% higher compared to the same period last year where 124 cases were recorded.
Meanwhile, at the Jose Reyes Memorial Medical Center, the total number of firecracker-related injuries stood at 17.
Aside from the danger posed by firecrackers, the hospital said there are also many cases of high blood pressure, stroke, heart attack, and other related diseases during this time.
At Tondo Medical Center, seven people hurt by firecrackers have been admitted or treated since December 21.
Most of the injuries were caused by Kingkong, Five Star and Boga firecrackers that are prohibited by authorities.
The Tondo Medical Center said they also received patients with bullet wounds or figured in accidents due to being intoxicated.
“Maraming alcohol-related vehicular accidents. Sadly marami kami ngayon mga gunshot injuries almost all are alcohol intoxication related,” said Dr. Nicholo Bulseco.
(There are multiple alcohol-related vehicular accidents. Sadly, we have many gunshot injuries where almost all are alcohol intoxication-related.) —Sherylin Untalan/RF, GMA Integrated News
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