The Department of Health (DOH) announced today that the number of injuries resulting from New Year's celebrations has lowered compared to previous years' figures.In a press conference at the East Avenue Medical Center, Health Secretary Francisco Duque III attributed the decline in injuries to the rains that started Wednesday, New Year's Eve, and extended until early Thursday morning, January 1.
On those days, there were two low pressure areas located off the country's eastern coast bringing rains and drizzle to many areas of the country including Metro Manila. This unfavorable weather condition forced many to stay indoors and raining out street parties.
As of 8 a.m. today, 346 people had been considered to have sustained revelry-related injuries. This is considerably lower as compared to last year's 434.
Another factor that contributed to the decline is the yearly campaign of DOH against the use of firecrackers. For this year, Duque considered the "scare tactics campaign" a success in giving people warnings against the use of firecrackers.
"The worsening global economic condition could also very well explain the low figures recorded," Duque added.
The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) also reported that was only one major fire was recorded in Metro Manila during the celebrations. In the previous years, including last year, as many as 10 to 15 fire alerts all over Metro Manila keep firefighters busy during the New Year's eve.
Article Source: Typhoon Watch Philippines
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