THE Department of Health (DOH) on Friday reported 704 injuries from firecrackers during the New Year celebration.
DOH spokesman Albert Domingo said in a radio interview that the primary cause of injuries — 127 cases — was 'kuwitis' (skyrockets) followed by 'boga' (improvised cannons).
Victims of firecrackers are rushed to the Jose Reyes Hospital in Manila just hours before the New Year. PHOTO BY RENE H. DILAN