More than 1,000 pigs killed in fire at Dungannon farm building

Firefighters said around 80 sows and 1,000 piglets had been killed during the fire

Chris Brayford
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Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service said over 1,000 pigs had been killed during the fire
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Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service said over 1,000 pigs had been killed during the fire

Firefighters have confirmed more than 1,000 pigs have died inside a farrowing house after a fire broke out at a farm in Dungannon. The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) said 80 sows and...

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