Local officials urged to pass ordinances banning firecrackers

By Franco Jose C. Baroña

Dec 19, 2023 5:47 pm

MANILA, Philippines: Interior and Local Government Secretary Benjamin 'Benhur' Abalos urged local government units (LGUs) to pass ordinances prohibiting the use of firecrackers.

Abalos also pushed for supervised fireworks displays in common spaces like municipal town halls and other designated areas.

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