City of Imus, Cavite (PIA) — Cavite rang in the New Year on a calm and orderly note as authorities recorded a significant decline in holiday-related incidents, underscoring the impact of public cooperation and strengthened law enforcement efforts.
The Cavite Police Provincial Office (PPO), led by Acting Provincial Director Col. Ariel Red, reported a sharp drop in firecracker- and pyrotechnics-related injuries during the New Year celebrations. Data from the Ligtas Paskuhan campaign showed a 75 percent decrease in incidents, from 36 cases in 2024 to just eight in 2025.
All recorded cases involved firecracker and pyrotechnic injuries. Notably, there were no reported incidents of indiscriminate firing, stray bullets, road crashes, or fires linked to fireworks and pyrotechnic devices.
Col. Red attributed the peaceful celebration to the combined efforts of law enforcers, local government units, and the public. “The remarkable decrease in incidents during the New Year’s Day celebration is proof of the effective implementation of the laws and the cooperation of the people,” he said, adding that public discipline played a crucial role in ensuring safety across the province.
The Cavite PPO also cited intensified operations against illegal firecrackers and loose firearms, heightened police visibility, and close coordination with local government units and the Caviteño community as key factors behind the positive outcome. The provincial police force extended its gratitude to partner agencies, LGUs, and residents for their continued support in maintaining peace and order.
Meanwhile, Bacoor City Mayor Strike Revilla reported that Department of Health data recorded 22 fireworks-related injury cases as of December 31, 2025, including patients treated in hospitals outside the city. Most incidents occurred inside homes, involving families from Molino IV and Ligas III who were affected by fountain and dragon fireworks.
The report also noted that most of those injured were adults, serving as a reminder that firework safety remains a shared responsibility—whether celebrations take place indoors or outdoors. (RBF)
