Tires Dumped and Lit in Wicklow | Dublin News

In County Wicklow, Ireland, a wildfire erupted on Ballyremon Commons amid record dry conditions—fueled by dumped tires and scrap metal, sending thick black smoke into the sky. Fire crews battled the blaze using backpack pumps and shovels due to rugged terrain, while drones now help track suspects in this hotspot for arson and illegal dumping. Locals are furious, blaming deliberate acts rather than accidents, as trash piles grow and culprits remain elusive thanks to the open land. The fire chief wonders why anyone would burn valuable scrap instead of selling it—and warns this could’ve easily spiraled out of control. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/de292ac5ea0d9296