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20/07/2018
Fire Crews Tackle Gorse Fire Near Newcastle
A gorse fire which has spread over five hectares has broken out near Newcastle, Co Down.
The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) said the blaze on the Drinnahilly Mountain close to Tollymore Forest park, started on Wednesday, 18 July.
Eight fire appliances and 46 firefighters are working to bring the fire under control.
Specialist wildfire officers are also at the scene.
(CD/MH)
The Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service (NIFRS) said the blaze on the Drinnahilly Mountain close to Tollymore Forest park, started on Wednesday, 18 July.
Eight fire appliances and 46 firefighters are working to bring the fire under control.
Specialist wildfire officers are also at the scene.
(CD/MH)
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