By Adam Evans
Crews are at the scene of what's been described as a "significant gorse fire" in Rasharkin village.
Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue says six appliances and specialist Wildfire Resources are currently at the scene in the Drumack Road area of the town.
We're told the size of the fire is changing because of factors like wind strength right now it stretches for about 800 metres.
An NIFRS Spokesperson said: "NIFRS is currently dealing with a significant gorse fire in the Drumack Road area of Rasharkin. 6 appliances and specialist Wildfire Resources are currently at the scene.
"Firefighters have been tackling the fire for 24 hours in challenging conditions. The size of the fire has fluctuated due to the direction and strength of the wind and the materials involved - heavy gorse and peat. The fire front is currently approximately 800m long.
"Smoke from the fire is impacting roads in the neighbouring area and we advise motorists to take care. Residents in the local area are advised to keep their windows closed."
We are dealing with a significant gorse fire in the Drumack Road area of
— NIFRS (@NIFRSOFFICIAL) July 5, 2018
Rasharkin. 6 appliances and specialist Wildfire Resources are currently at the
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