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Two Guinness world records for the biggest fireworks display and the longest barbecue grill is the ambitious aim of Cebu City when the city government launches its 300-hectare reclamation project in May.

If this happens, it would be a perfect backdrop for the launch of the South Road Properties (SRP), said Mayor Tomas Osmeña.

He said pyrotechnics manufacturer Bryan Lim of Pyro Works sought permission from him to hold a fireworks display aimed at setting a world record.

About 110,000 fireworks will be set off in less than a minute, Osmeña said.

“And he wants to do it at the SRP. He asked for my support and I said wow, that’s a great opportunity to launch the SRP,” the mayor said.

Osmeña said city officials plan to hold the launching in May before the elections.

“All kinds of events are happening at the SRP, including breaking the record for having the longest barbecue… again. It sounds like fun, di ba? From here to there (from the starting point of the SRP up to the end of it.). That’s going to be longer.” he said.

“I don’t think there’s any problems getting sponsors. But the city will spend also because the SRP is our project. We are just riding on it (the fireworks event),” he added.

Instead of a campaign miting de avance, the mayor said the launch would be the administration party’s way of thanking their supporters.

A concert is also planned.

“So we’ll just treat them. Ever since the first election, our miting de avance is just a party. We can even combine it with that (fireworks display and longest barbecue)…Why not? That sounds like a lot of fun,” Osmeña said. Click here for the original article.

Footage of the UKs entries into the Philippines International Pyromusical Competition 2010. Good luck lads!!

Enjoy the videos folks, we will bring you more from the other competitors as soon as we have it.

The stars took a backseat Sunday night as the United Kingdom and China staged their pyromusical extravaganza in the skies above the Manila Bay.

Thousands flocked to the breakwater area of the SM Mall of Asia even before the famous Manila Bay sunset, parking their picnic mats and baskets on choice spots. Latecomers would have to brave the thick crowd that were limited behind strictly enforced cordoned-off areas, unless they made last-minute purchases for tickets.

The 1st Philippine International Pyromusical Competition is being held on five consecutive Sundays in February and March. Eight countries are participating in the sensory showdown of fireworks set to popular tunes – the type you recognize but can’t seem to name, whether you’re having a senior moment or you’re simply lost for words because of the spectacular display.

The United Kingdom, represented by Jubilee Fireworks, staged its show almost 30 minutes later than its 7 o’clock schedule, but the eager audience didn’t seem to mind. Everywhere you looked, there was something to see, eat, or drink, so waiting was no trouble at all.

China, represented by Liuyang Jinsheng Fireworks Company, had heads turning this way and that, as they weren’t content with center stage. Throughout the performance, sparks would suddenly shoot up from the left and right. This was good for stiff necks, but bad for cross-eyed members of the audience.

Early planners who availed of the more expensive VIP tickets enjoyed buffet dinners with the cool breeze, but others who chose to sit on the pavement or on the steps appeared just as content, if not happier.

The thing about watching fireworks is you must be prepared to get a stiff neck. Especially if the show is twenty minutes long.

Next time you watch fireworks, close your eyes for a few seconds and observe how humans lose their ability for coherent speech. All you will hear are ooohhhhs and aaaaahhhhhs and mmmmmmmms.

Fireworks fanatics had their fill of fantastic pyrotechnic fancy, as there were fireworks like you’d never seen before. Fireworks of every color of the rainbow, and every imaginable shape, were so awe-inspiring you’d almost forget that these cost millions of pesos – and leave the already grey skyline a gloomy shade of ash.

Some fireworks were star-shaped, some flashed before fading away, and others seemed to trickle light into the sea.

They seemed to be mocking the stars, which were nearly invisible in their rightful territory. The stars slept smugly, knowing they’d be there night after night, but the fireworks will ignite the sky for a limited time only:

France – Brezac Artifices: February 28, 7:00 pm
Japan – Tamaya Kitahara Fireworks: February 28, 8:00 pm
Singapore – RedHub Entertainment: March 7, 7:00 pm
Malaysia – Pyro Splendour Services: March 7, 8:00 pm
Australia – PyroFire Display: March 14, 7:00 pm

Those planning to catch the coming shows should come prepared to brave what seems like the entire metro Manila population, and to bring their own trash bags. As usual, the streets were left covered with litter.

The Philippines’ very own Platinum Fireworks, which is not competing in the event, will perform the closing exhibition on March 14 at 8:00 pm. – YA, GMANews.TV

Tickets to the fireworks event are available at P1,500 (VIP with dinner), P500 (VIP Patron), P300 (Gold), P150 (Silver) and P100 (General Admission). For more information, visit http://www.pyrophilippines.com/.