By Dan Walsh
A horse died after a fire severely damaged stables in Ballykelly, about 8km south of New Ross, last night (Monday). Several horses were moved to safety.
A spokesperson for Wexford County Fire Service said two units and a water tanker from New Ross and a further unit from Wexford attended the scene at Ballykelly, New Ross, after they were alerted to the fire just before 9pm.
The spokesperson said: “On arrival, a large hay shed containing straw, hay and agricultural machinery was involved in a substantial fire.
“Firefighters worked long into the night before bringing the blaze under control into early hours of the morning.
“The scene is currently under control of the Gardaí and subject to investigation, therefore we have no further comment at present,” the spokesperson added.
Early investigations suggest that foul play is not suspected.
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