See how your LGU in Metro Manila regulated use of firecrackers on Salubong 2021

Several local government units in Metro Manila have either banned or limited the use of fireworks, firecrackers, and sparklers ahead of New Year’s celebrations in a bid to combat injuries and mass gatherings amid the coronavirus pandemic.

According to Maki Pulido’s “24 Oras” report on Monday, Executive Order 28, Series of 2017, prohibits fireworks but allows the sale of sparklers like “luces” and fountains, among others, depending on local ordinances.

Marikina, Navotas, Parañaque, and Valenzuela have totally banned firecrackers and pyrotechnics.

In Muntinlupa, Las Piñas, and Barangays Bangkal, Pio del Pilar, and Magallanes in Makati City, the use and sale of firecrackers and pyrotechnics are not allowed.

Quezon City has a total ban on fireworks but only in public areas like roads, basketball courts, and other similar open spaces.

In San Juan, a permit from police and the fire bureau is needed for the use of fireworks, even inside a private property.

The city government of San Juan earlier said it would not issue permits for fireworks.

In Pateros, sparklers and fireworks are allowed.

In Mandaluyong, the use and sale of fireworks and firecrackers will be regulated.

Caloocan, Malabon, Manila, Pasay, Pasig, Taguig have yet to respond to GMA News.

Meanwhile, the Philippine National Police halted the issuance of permits for community fireworks displays on December 16.

All those who were given permits before the said date can still stage displays.

In Marikina, Valenzuela, and Navotas, however, no community fireworks displays are allowed to avoid mass gatherings that may spread COVID-19.

Metro Manila mayors earlier agreed on a total firecracker ban in the capital region.

President Rodrigo Duterte has also expressed an intention to totally ban firecrackers in 2021 to promote safer holiday celebrations.

The Department of Health has recorded 13 cases of fireworks-related injuries from December 21 to 28. -Julia Mari Ornedo/NB, GMA News