Police destroy banned firecrackers in Cagayan Valley

CAMP Marcelo Adduru, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan – The Police Regional Office-2 destroyed 1,347 illegal firecrackers seized during the Yuletide season in the Cagayan Valley region on Tuesday afternoon, Jan. 7.

ILLEGAL firecrackers destroyed by the Police Regional Office-2.

Police Brig. Gen. Antonio Marallag Jr., PRO-2 chief, said the destruction aimed to eliminate hazards posed by illegal firecrackers and pyrotechnic devices.

“This initiative not only complies with laws and regulations but also protects the community from the dangers associated with firecracker-related injuries and accidents," Marallag said.

"This annual event is a crucial part of our efforts to educate the public about the risks of illegal fireworks and to encourage safer celebration practices,” Marallag added. 

The Bureau of Fire Protection assisted the police in the destruction of the banned firecrackers valued at P38,000.