25 Apr 2021 | 08:39 AM UTC
Ireland: Officials continue to respond to a large wildfire in Killarney National Park April 25
Emergency services continue to respond to a wildfire in Killarney National Park, Ireland, April 25.
Event
Officials continue to respond to a wildfire in Killarney National Park April 25. Officials have requested that visitors avoid the Gotderraree, Derrycunnihy, Gallavally, Cahernaduv, Gearhameen, Doogary, Eagles Nest, and The Five Mile portions of the park. Authorities have also warned motorists to exercise caution on the N71 route. Official advisories may be amended or extended in the coming days.
Emergency services will likely remain in place until the fire is extinguished. Officials may close parts of major routes in the area to facilitate the fire response. Road travel disruptions are likely to persist on the N71 and other routes near fire-impacted areas.
Advice
Heed the directives of the authorities. Seek updated information on road conditions if driving in the affected areas. Individuals in the impact area should consider remaining inside well-ventilated, air-conditioned spaces to reduce exposure to smoke. Individuals with chronic respiratory illnesses may be more susceptible to the negative effects of smoke inhalation. Eye irritation is possible; flush irritated eyes with copious amounts of clean water.
