A Condition Red forest fire danger rating notice was issued yesterday (Tuesday, June 26) by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

The warning is set to remain in place until Friday, June 29.

Under extreme fire risk conditions, any ignition may give rise to rapid and unpredictable wildfire development and spread – particularly in dead grasses, gorse and heather.

The department added that upland fires can cover extensive areas and pose extreme difficulties to suppression efforts.

Forest owners are encouraged to implement fire prevention plans, and be prepared for the likelihood of fire outbreaks on or around their property.

Landowners and managers should ensure that the use of open fires, barbecues and other potential ignition sources does not occurr on forest land.

Similarly, the farming community are requested to be particularly vigilant with regard to the use of machinery around hay meadows.

Further information on Fire management and wildfire protection is available here.