Firefighters have been deployed to tackle yet another blaze in the Mourne Mountains, this time on Slieve Binnian. The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) sent six fire engines and a command support unit to the scene on Wednesday evening. This incident comes after a large gorse fire on the same mountain earlier in the week, as well as two other fires in the area in the previous week.
One of the fires near Silent Valley and another near Castlewellan in County Down have left residents and officials concerned about the recurring incidents. The fire close to Castlewellan is suspected to have been deliberately started, adding to the worries of the community. DUP assembly member Diane Forsythe expressed her sadness at seeing Slieve Binnian on fire once again, urging the public to stay away from the area and allow the Fire and Rescue Service to carry out their duties uninterrupted.
The repeated outbreaks of fires in the Mourne Mountains have highlighted the importance of fire safety measures in the region. With the support of the NIFRS and local authorities, efforts are being made to contain the blazes and prevent further damage to the natural landscape. The vigilance of the public in reporting incidents has been crucial in enabling swift responses from emergency services, underscoring the need for collaborative efforts to protect these valuable natural resources
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