Firefighters working 'tirelessly' to tackle fresh Mourne Mountain wildfire
Firefighters are working to contain wildfires in the Mourne Mountains, including at Chimney Rock Mountain and Sandbank Road, with about 30 personnel on scene at one location. Authorities are urging the public to avoid affected areas and practice fire safety, while officials emphasize the need for public cooperation in identifying arsonists. Ongoing concerns about staffing and prevention include the loss of engagement rangers and the recent publication of a government wildfire action plan.
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Firefighters tackle fresh wildfires in Mourne Mountains40 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleHayley HalpinBBC News NINIFRSFirefighters are currently tackling a wildfire at Chimney Rock Mountain, NewcastlePeople are being asked to avoid areas of the Mourne Mountains as firefighters tackle a number of wildfires. Firefighters are currently dealing with a wildfire at Sandbank Road, Hilltown and at Chimney Rock Mountain, Newcastle.The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) is asking people to avoid both areas. Wildfires have been raging in the Mourne Mountains for a number of days. The fire at Sandbank Road has been ongoing for a number of days, while the blaze at Chimney Rock Mountain broke out on Tuesday.
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