Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) reports receiving 303 emergency calls as traditional Eleventh Night bonfires are lit in unionist areas. The BBC and RTE both cite the same total number of calls, saying the service is prepared to respond to emergencies as celebrations continue and further bonfires are planned.
Other outlets add details on the types of incidents firefighters handled. The Irish Times says crews dealt with a range of fires, including a row of terraced houses, as well as two oil tanks and a shed. The Evening Standard reports an incident in Cookstown where firefighters had to withdraw from a bonfire because of a hostile crowd.
Across coverage, NIFRS acknowledges the operational demands that come with the annual event and emphasizes readiness to respond to “all types of emergencies,” while specific circumstances vary by location.
