Of the total reported, 266 are minors under 18 years of age, an increase of 12.7 percent in the annual comparison, while cases in adults total 552, with an increase of 13 percent.

To date, one death associated with the use of gunpowder has also been reported.

According to the source, the territorial entities with the highest concentration of injuries are Bogotá, Antioquia and Norte de Santander.

The Institute also reported four cases of poisoning related to white phosphorus and liquor adulterated with methanol, of which three correspond to children under five years of age.

The entity reiterated its call to the population to avoid the use of pyrotechnic elements, to increase the care of the youngest children during the celebrations, while asking the authorities to strengthen surveillance while the festivities last.

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