
A status orange forest fire warning is currently in place.
People enjoying the sun are being urged to be mindful of fire hazards.
A status orange forest fire warning is currently in place until next Tuesday as temperatures soar.
🚨🔥#FireWarning
— Dept of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (@agriculture_ie) August 10, 2022
🟠 Condition Orange - high fire risk🟠
We have issued an Orange Forest Fire Warning arising from weather patterns and expected level of risk
🕛Warning in place until midday, Tuesday, August 16
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Extra vigilance is advised as fires can spread easily from high heat and low humidity.
Chief Fire Officer at Laois Fire and Rescue Service, Declan Power has this advice for the next few days: