Crews remain at scene of fire at Waterford's Comeragh Mountains as public asked to avoid the area

Firefighters are currently at the scene of the fire, which was reported at around 3pm on Sunday in the Mahon Falls area

Smoke was seen emanating from the Comeragh Mountains yesterday. Pic: Hello Stradbally FB

A gorse fire at the Comeragh Mountains in Co Waterford has been contained and prevented from spreading into nearby forestry. 

Firefighters remain at the scene of the fire, which was reported at around 3pm on Sunday in the Mahon Falls area.

Crews from Kilmacthomas, Portlaw and Dungarvan attended the scene of the gorse fire. 

While a large area had been burned, the blaze was contained and stopped from spreading into nearby forestry. 

No buildings are currently at risk, and no injuries have been reported. 

"Access roads in the vicinity are narrow, and members of the public are asked to avoid the area to ensure that ongoing fire service operations are not obstructed," a spokesperson for Waterford City and County Council said. 

"An Orange Fire Danger Notice remains in place. The public is urged to exercise particular caution in all outdoor amenity areas and to avoid any activity that could result in a fire being started. 

"Campfires, fire pits and barbecues should not be lit in these areas, and particular care should be taken when disposing of cigarettes or other smoking or combustible materials.

"Anyone who notices a fire should report it immediately by calling 999 or 112," they added.