Galway Forest Fire Extinguished

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Coillte says a major forest fire in County Galway has been suppressed.

It says staff and army personnel will remain on site at Cloosh Valley today to monitor hot spots as there is still some risk that fires could re-ignite.

A civil helicopter will also remain on standby should it be needed.

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Members of the public are still being urged to stay away from areas affected by the fires until they are deemed completely safe.