Fire services at scene of Mayo gorse fire

Mayo Fire Services have been fighting a gorse fire near Burren, Castlebar, tonight.

The blaze broke out shortly after darkness and members of the Castlebar Fire Brigade was swift to the scene shortly after 7 p.m.

According to reports, the fire has been brought under control.

The alarm was raised by Councillor Ger Deere.

An investigation is to take place to establish the cause of the fire.