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Wildfire discussions continue with UFU/NIFRS meeting
Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) representatives met last week with Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) senior commanders and wildfire lead specialists, on the Glenshane Pass.
Wednesday, 9th June 2021, 8:30 am
UFU hill farming chair Nigel McLaughlin said: “The meeting with NIFRS was requested of the back of the wildfires that took place several weeks ago on the Mourne Mountains, the result of which caused devastating damage to the local environment and habitats, and also impacted our members who farm and live in the area.
“We had a constructive discussion with NIFRS, and it was very encouraging to learn that they are aware of the issues associated with the wildfires, particularly the massive increase in fire load. Farmers have been managing hills and uplands for generations and these very large-scale wildfires have unfortunately become more common in the past few decades.