19 people, including soldiers, police, and firefighters, were injured in Zamboanga City, Philippines, when a pile of firecrackers and pyrotechnics accidentally exploded during disposal operations.

19 people, including soldiers, police, and firefighters, were injured in Zamboanga City, Philippines, when a pile of recovered firecrackers and pyrotechnics accidentally exploded near a marine camp. The incident happened during disposal operations and followed a previous warehouse explosion on June 29 that killed five and injured at least 20. Several vehicles and residential buildings were also damaged in the mishap.