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made firecrackers; two each by piccolo and sparklers; and, one each by triangle, pla-pla and fountain.

She said it appeared that some residents resorted to making their noise-making devices in the wake of the stricter regulation on the selling and use of firecrackers and fireworks.

Panizales said the recorded injuries showed that even those classified as legal items are not safe and can cause harm if not handled properly.

She cited the case of a visitor from Davao City who suffered blast injuries due to the explosion of a fountain firework, which was listed as a legal device.

“We’re currently evaluating these cases so we can make adjustments with our next campaigns,” she said. (PNA)