06-05-2025
Clare fire crews deployed again as gorse fire reignites
Units from the Ennistymon Fire & Rescue Service in Co. Clare have been deployed again this afternoon (Tuesday, May 6) after reports that a gorse and forestry fire has reignited.
The teams were remobilised to attend the site of the wildland fire in the townland of Kilmoon near Lisdoonvarna at 1:00p.m today following reports of smoke.
A helicopter fitted with a 'Bambi Bucket' is providing air support to the fire service and Coillte staff who are also on site.
It is the second time in two days that Clare fire crews have been deployed to tackle the wild fire.
Clare County Fire & Rescue Service were initially mobilised to location on Monday, May 5.
Resources from Ennistymon, Ennis and Shannon Fire Brigades attended the significant bog gorse and forestry fire which continued throughout the day.
Assistance was provided by the Clare Civil Defence Drone Unit in providing a live overview of the area affected.
A spokesperson for Clare County Fire & Rescue Service said this allowed for the appropriate deployment of personnel to deal with containing the fire, together with protecting property and nearby forestry.
Gorse and forestry fire
Following a request for aerial support through the duty officer at the National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management, the helicopter fitted with the 'Bambi Bucket' was mobilised to assist the fire service teams in dealing with the incident.
Approximately 50ha of land was affected directly.
This fire is underway during the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM) Condition Orange – High Fire Risk period.
Clare County Fire and Rescue Service is continuing to appeal to forest owners, farmers, rural dwellers, and other countryside users to be extremely vigilant regarding fire activity.
All fires should be immediately reported to the Fire and Emergency Services by calling 112 or 999.
