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Killarney Park Gets Tougher New Rules | Cork News
Killarney National Park is getting a major upgrade in protection with new bylaws giving rangers the power to slap hefty on-the-spot fines—up to €1,000—for careless acts like illegal barbecues and off-leash dogs that threaten nesting birds. These tough measures come after repeated fires caused by human negligence, and aim to turn the tide on disregard for park rules. Beyond fire safety, the park’s 25-year-old management plan is being refreshed, with progress on invasive species like rhododendron ponticum and fringed water lily, while water quality issues linger. This is about defining what a…
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