The Taoiseach says he'll raise the plight of those affected by a massive gorse fire in west Roscommon with the relevant ministers.
Micheál Martin was responding to Sinn Féin TD Claire Kerrane in the Dáil today, who said the fire in Gortaganny earlier this month was the 'worst ever seen in the county'.
Fire services from across Roscommon and Mayo attended the scene several times after it broke out on Sunday, May 18th.
Deputy Kerrane said over a thousand acres of bogland and forestry has been destroyed including a local Special Area of Conservation:
The Taoiseach described the incident as 'appalling' and highlighted the importance of preventative measures:
Speaking afterwards, Deputy Kerrane said there now needs to be engagement and support with those affected:
