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Massive Fire at Corries Meats in Newtownards; All Safe

4/12/2026

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A large fire broke out at Corries Meats in Newtownards, County Down, on Saturday at 19:15 BST.
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service deployed 54 firefighters to tackle the blaze.
The Corrie family confirmed all individuals are safe and thanked emergency services.
DUP councillor Naomi Armstrong-Cotter expressed devastation and noted the business's community role and charity support.
Authorities urged the public to avoid the area as firefighters continued work.

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Story summary

A large fire broke out at Corries Meats in Newtownards, County Down, on Saturday at 19:15 BST.
The Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service deployed 54 firefighters to tackle the blaze.
The Corrie family confirmed all individuals are safe and thanked emergency services.
DUP councillor Naomi Armstrong-Cotter expressed devastation and noted the business's community role and charity support.
Authorities urged the public to avoid the area as firefighters continued work.