Arranmore’s tiny fire service is on the brink of collapse as Donegal County Council pushes for a fully volunteer-run model, sparking fears among residents that emergency response could fail during peak tourist season. With gorse fires and swelled populations increasing risk, locals argue that asking already overburdened volunteers to juggle firefighting alongside lifeboat and ambulance duties is unsustainable. A petition demands six paid firefighters, warning that delays from mainland help—especially during rough seas—could turn small blazes into disasters. While the council claims their support exceeds legal requirements and equipment is mostly adequate, critics insist paid staff wouldn’t break the budget and would save lives.
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