31 December 2016

News Story: Philippines - explosion injures at least 33

Hanoi (VNA) – At least 33 people were injured in a blast in Hilongos town, the Philippines’ central province of Leyte on December 28, reported the country’s media.

Local police and authorities revealed that the explosion hit a busy park at about 21:00 (the Philippines time) when a boxing match was underway in the town, hurting at least 33.

No deaths have been confirmed so far.

The Philippine government said the accident was caused by bombs which were activated in remote by a mobile phone.

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