Forest fire at Co Wicklow beauty spot brought under control

Fire crews believe the source of the blaze was most likely human, possibly an unextinguished campfire

A blaze broke out in an area of Crone Wood, Glencree Valley, Co Wicklow on Tuesday, near the popular Wicklow Way walking trail. Video: Cara Augustenborg
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Ronan McGreevy

Ronan McGreevy

Ronan McGreevy is a news reporter with The Irish Times
Mark Hilliard

Mark Hilliard

Mark Hilliard is a reporter with The Irish Times