DAGUPAN CITY, Pangasinan – A powerful explosion rocked Sitio Boquig in Barangay Bacayao Norte on Christmas Day evening, December 25, 2025, claiming the lives of two individuals and injuring two others. The blast occurred around 7:49 p.m., shattering the holiday calm in the residential area.
Initial reports from the Dagupan City Information Office and police indicate the explosion’s cause remains under investigation, with no immediate details on whether it involved fireworks, illegal manufacturing, or other factors. Responders from the Bureau of Fire Protection and local rescue units quickly secured the scene, evacuating nearby residents as a precaution.
The victims’ identities have not been released pending family notification, but authorities confirmed the fatalities were at the blast site. The injured were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment of shrapnel wounds and blast-related trauma.
Mayor Belen Fernandez expressed condolences and vowed a thorough probe: “This tragedy on a day of joy is heartbreaking—we will get to the bottom of this and ensure justice.” The incident echoes past fireworks-related accidents in Dagupan, a known hub for pyrotechnics, prompting renewed calls for stricter enforcement of bans on illegal manufacturing and storage.
As families mourn amid holiday gatherings, the explosion serves as a somber reminder of safety risks during festive celebrations.
Incident Snapshot:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date/Time | December 25, 2025 (~7:49 p.m.) |
| Location | Sitio Boquig, Barangay Bacayao Norte |
| Casualties | 2 dead, 2 injured |
| Cause | Under investigation |