I got the impression from that report they were just counting the over and above casualties they blamed on the holiday. I posted that so people wouldn't think Luisa was exaggerating the danger involved by thinking a lot of people are irrationally afraid of fireworks. But, I believe her when she says it's even worse.
btw, that story was datelined Manila, but it came from a news source in Thailand, so it could have been toned down not to offend the neighbors or just using Manilas official position.