Fire activity increases once again on southern side of Slievenamon
Firefighting operations are ongoing on Slievenamon this evening on the sixth day of the wildfire on the mountain
Tipperary Fire & Rescue Service reports that fire activity increased once again on the southern side of Slievenamon today (Saturday, July 25) where firefighters are working to suppress it while the operation’s primary focus continues to be on tackling the blaze on the north-eastern side of the mountain.
In an update issued shortly after 5.30pm, the Fire Service said firefighting operations on Slievenamon remain ongoing this evening as response agencies continue to make steady progress in containing and suppressing wildfire activity across the mountain.
“The multi-agency response remains fully operational, with resources deployed to address emerging hotspots and localised flare-ups.
“Following a reduction in activity over recent days, fire activity increased today on the southern side of Slievenamon, where crews remain actively engaged.
“The primary operational focus continues to be on the north-eastern side of the mountain, while surveillance is being maintained across the wider area to ensure any emerging fire activity is identified and addressed promptly.
“As operations move into a more intensive ground-based firefighting phase, specialist equipment continues to support crews working in challenging terrain, assisting access, containment and extinguishment efforts.
“Current weather conditions remain broadly unchanged. Wind direction continues to result in intermittent smoke affecting areas to the east of Slievenamon,” the statement continued.
Tipperary Fire Service repeated its advice to residents, particularly those with respiratory conditions, to take appropriate precautions where smoke is present.
“All responding agencies remain fully committed to the ongoing operation and continue to monitor conditions closely. Tipperary County Council Fire and Rescue Service has acknowledged the continued cooperation and support of local residents, landowners, farmers and partner agencies throughout the response effort.