Fire crews are currently battling a large gorse fire in Waterford.
They were alerted to the blaze in the Coolbunnia area of Cheekpoint at about half past 2 this afternoon.
It's understood to be impacting the Hurthill Loop Walk in the area.
Two units from Waterford City responded, along with two more units from Dunmore East.
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Drivers are being warned that visibility may be poor in that area due to smoke.
This is the second gorse fire locally in 2 days - there was a similar incident off the Tramore Road yesterday (Wednesday).
