Firefighters Respond to Large Blaze at Corries Meats
Dozens of firefighters are currently addressing a significant fire affecting several sheds at the Corries Meats premises located on Crossnamuckley Road in Newtownards, County Down.
The fire was reported at approximately 19:15 BST on Saturday. The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) has confirmed that 54 firefighters remain on site managing the incident.
Family Statement and Community Impact
In a statement provided to NI, the Corrie family expressed gratitude towards the emergency services and confirmed the safety of all individuals involved despite the extensive damage caused by the fire.
"All individuals are safe and accounted for despite the devastation caused,"
"We will be working with authorities while supporting our people and operations."
DUP councillor Naomi Armstrong-Cotter conveyed her sympathy regarding the incident, describing herself as "devastated" upon hearing the news. She extended her thoughts to the Corrie family.
"The Corries are really good people,"
"The business would often host charity events at the site."
"They are employers of so many people in the area, it's just awful,"
"Hopefully the business will be able to keep going."
Safety Measures and Public Advisory
Authorities have advised the public to avoid the area while emergency services continue their efforts to control and extinguish the fire.
