Large bog fire in county Longford

Fire service units from Longford, Granard and Edgeworthstown Fire Service units are battling a blaze on Cloonaugh Bog near the village.

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The extensive bog fire was still burning in the Drumlish area this morning.

Rising temperatures and low levels of rainfall during the past seven days have led to a the risk of wild fires increasing significantly.

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Local authorities have issued a public warning and asked people to be careful and vigilant when it comes to handling cigarette butts and disposable barbecues.