fireworks

Cebu Pacific Airline passengers offloaded due to “watusi” comment

LAST Saturday, October 19, the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) offloaded a plane full of passengers. This happened…

6 months ago

One dead as fireworks injuries rise to 443

INJURIES caused by fireworks continued to increase on Tuesday, bringing the total to 443, according to the Department of Health. …

1 year ago

Fireworks injuries now at 52; five suffer amputations

INJURIES resulting from firecracker use during the holiday season rose to 52 on Tuesday, including five people who suffered amputations,…

1 year ago

16 fireworks injuries reported since Christmas Eve – DOH

THE Department of Health reported 16 fireworks-related injuries from Christmas Eve (Sunday) until Christmas Day (Monday).  From 6 a.m. Sunday…

1 year ago

DECODE: Why pets are scared of firecrackers

USUALLY, Filipinos are fond of using firecrackers to welcome the new year. Filipinos traditionally set off fireworks and make a…

2 years ago

Best New Year countdown spots in Metro Manila

AS 2023 is fast approaching, everyone is looking forward to the New Year countdown. Welcoming the new year is always…

2 years ago

Firecracker injuries now 14 percent higher than 2021, says DOH

The country’s total caseload of firecracker-related injuries reached 25, up by 14 percent in the same period last year, the…

2 years ago

Protect pets during the holidays

THE firecrackers and fireworks that many people light up during the holidays may be harmful for their pets as well.

2 years ago

Explainer: Harmful effects of firecracker chemicals

The environment group EcoWaste Coalition said people should not just watch out for injuries caused by firecrackers; they should also…

2 years ago