Fire which destroyed homes ‘likely caused by embers from nearby bonfire’
A fire in Greenisland, Northern Ireland, which destroyed two homes and damaged others, was likely caused by embers from a nearby bonfire. Emergency services responded to the scene, and the incident is currently being treated as accidental.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the risks associated with bonfires in residential areas and the impact on local communities.
A blaze which destroyed two houses in Co Antrim was most likely caused by embers from a nearby bonfire, the fire service has said.
The report relies on official statements from the fire service and police, maintaining a neutral tone.
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