THE Philippine National Police – Civil Security Group (PNP-CSG) has released its list of prohibited fireworks and pyrotechnic devices to ward off accidents during the Christmas and New Year revelries.
In keeping with Executive Order 28 and Republic Act 7183, the PNPO-CSG list of prohibited items specified Watusi, Piccolo, Poppop, Five Star (Big), Pla-Pla, Lolo Thunder, Giant Bawang, Giant Whistle Bomb, Atomic Bomb and Atomic Triangle.
Also included are powerful fireworks such as oversized Judas Belt, Goodbye Delima, Hello Columbia, Goodbye Napoles, Super Yolanda, Mother Rockets, Kwiton, Super Lolo, Goodbye Bading, Goodbye Philippines, Bin Laden, Coke-in-Can, Pillbox, Kabasi, Special, Kingkong, Tuna, and Goodbye Chismosa.
According to the CSG, fireworks with explosive content exceeding 0.2 grams or more than 1/3-teaspoon regulation are strictly prohibited.
The public is also reminded to ensure that fireworks are purchased only from Philippine Standard-certified retailers to ensure a hassle-free New Year celebration.
CSG director Maj. Gen. Leo Francisco led the inspection of fireworks factories in Bocaue, Bulacan to ensure these establishments operate in accordance with law.
