West Cork's 'natural landmark' devastated by fire 

West Cork TD says tonight's gorse fire on Mount Gabriel is 'completely irresponsible' if it was set alight on purpose 

The gorse fire on Mount Gabriel over the village of Schull in West Cork. Picture: Cllr Caroline Cronin

Large fires have badly damaged one of West Cork's most recognisable natural landmarks.

Frightening images emerged online of Mount Gabriel on the Mizen Peninsula near Schull being enveloped in fire, with witnesses describing several blazes occurring simultaneously.