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Firefighters continue to tackle gorse wildfire in Dublin

August 15, 2025
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Firefighters continue to tackle gorse wildfire in Dublin
Firefighters continue to tackle gorse wildfire in Dublin
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Firefighters from stations across Dublin continue to work to put our a gorse wildfire in Cherrywood in south county Dublin.

The fire started two days ago at Ticknick, close to the M50.

Dublin Fire Brigade said crews worked through the night to prevent any further spread and protect critical infrastructure.

In a statement, Dublin City Council said they have also received support from ESB Networks in this regard.

Firefighters worked through the night and this morning remain on scene at the fire
A wildfire jeep has been deployed to tackle the fire in inaccessible areas (Credit: Dublin Fire Brigade)

Firefighters at the scene this morning are using backpack sprayers and lightweight wildfire hose to fight the fire.

A wildfire jeep has been deployed to tackle the fire in inaccessible areas.

Dublin Fire Brigade said that smoke is continuing to drift across the locality.

They are advising any residents affected to keep windows and doors closed despite the warm spell we’re currently experiencing.

Residents are asked to check Dublin Fire Brigade’s social media channels for updates.

Last night, road users were advised to exercise caution at J16 Cherrywood as smoke was drifting across the motorway.

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