Anger over forest fire 'started by children'

Children were accused today of deliberately starting a forest fire in a forest park.

Children were accused today of deliberately starting a forest fire in a forest park.

Two youngsters in their early teens were spotted starting five separate fires at Rourkes Park, near Annalong, Co Down last night, according to the emergency services.

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