Farmers reminded that the burning of land remains unlawful until the end of August
It comes after a recent spate of uncontrolled burning incidents affecting West Cork
Farmers are being reminded that the burning of land remains unlawful until the end of August.
It comes after a recent spate of uncontrolled burning incidents affecting Counties Cork and Kerry.
Fire control have confirmed to RedFM News this morning that firefighters responded to three gorse fires in West Cork overnight in Glengarriff, Kealkil and Kilcrohane
The Department of Agriculture is warning farmers and land owners of the safety risks associated with uncontrolled burning.
Ciarán Nugent with the Department says it's a huge concern for rural communities:
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