PNP to enforce firecracker ban ahead of holiday season

President Duterte, who imposed the ban in Davao City when he was mayor, said firecrackers pose risks to people’s safety and health since they cause injuries.

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MANILA, Philippines — As it did in 2020, police will be banning the use of firecrackers and similar devices this Christmas season, the chief of the Philippine National Police said.

In a statement sent to reporters Tuesday morning, Police Gen. Dionardo Carlo said that this came as part of the PNP high command's Operational Guidelines to ensure safe and peaceful celebration of the Yuletide season.

“The PNP will make sure that the provisions on regulating, manufacturing and distributing firecrackers will be strictly implemented based on Executive Order No. 28 that provides for the Regulation and Control of the Use of Firecrackers and other Pyrotechnic Devices,” Carlos said.

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