Consumers are being warned the highly poisonous gas carbon monoxide is produced anywhere a fuel is burned, not just in the home.
The warning comes from the National Standards Authority of Ireland at the beginning of Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week. On average six people die in Ireland every year from carbon monoxide poisoning - however it's estimated over 730,000 adults in the country don't have a carbon monoxide alarm.
Wexford County Council Launches Anti-Dog Fouling Educational Resource Pack in Local Schools
On Tuesday, January 20th, Councillor Joe Sullivan, Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council, presented the Bag It, Bin It educational anti-dog fouling resource pack to Principal Emer Russell and students at Scoil Ghormáin Naofa, Castletown. This initiative aims to raise awareness about the environmental and public health hazards of dog fouling with a particular focus on educating primary school students across Co. Wexford.
Irish Farmers Journal’s Adam Woods and IFA’s Tom Doyle Discuss the Impact of the EU-Mercosur Deal
In recent discussions surrounding the EU-Mercosur trade deal, Adam Woods, Beef Editor at the Irish Farmers Journal and Tom Doyle Chair of the IFA’s Wexford branch have both weighed in on the implications for Irish farmers.
Davy Fitzgerald Reflects on Fond Memories as He Prepares for Antrim’s Visit to Wexford
Former Wexford hurling manager Davy Fitzgerald has spoken warmly of his time in the county as he prepares for his Antrim team’s visit this Saturday. Fitzgerald, who now manages Antrim, expressed his heartfelt appreciation for both the players he worked with and the incredible welcome he received from Wexford supporters during his tenure.
Fraud Alert Issued as Impostors Posing as Council Staff Target Homes in Craanford and Gorey
Residents in Craanford and Gorey are being warned about fraudsters posing as Wexford County Council staff. The council has issued a public alert after reports of individuals calling to homes in the area yesterday.