Exploding bulb forces mass-goers to flee church

An inspection of the lighting system at a Co Donegal church is to be undertaken after an explosion forced the evacuation of parishioners during mass.

The incident happened during 10am mass at St Columba’s Church in Termon on Saturday.

At least 25 people had to flee coughing and spluttering after a large bulb exploded and caught fire sending toxic fumes into the air.