Wicklow Wildfires Threaten National Parks | Belfast News

Wildfires rage across Wicklow’s Glencree and Featherbed mountains, torching 200-300 hectares after carelessness during an orange alert—fire crews, helicopters, and National Parks staff battled the blaze in rugged terrain. Dublin Fire Brigade reports over 20 wildfires in July’s first two weeks, a spike from last year, as parks reopen and outdoor risks mount. In Killarney, 22 hectares burned, devastating habitats for deer, bees, fawns, and rare butterflies like the purple hairstreak—some species may take decades to recover. Officials warn: vigilance and responsibility are critical to protect fragile ecosystems and prevent further loss. 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/228ba5d49b1c2d97