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07 Sept 2025

Wildfire in Barnesmore Gap - emergency services are at the scene

The fire is close to a number of homes on the Donegal Town side of the Gap

Wildfire at Barnesmore Gap

Fire crews are battling a blaze on the hillside at Barnesmore Gap in south Donegal. 

The fire broke out on Sunday afternoon, and is in very close proximity to a number of properties on the Donegal Town side of the Gap.  

The main road remains open. 

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