CATHAOIRLEACH of Donegal Liam Blaney has visited the scene of yesterday’s explosion in Creeslough.
Councillor Blaney said there was a “huge sense of shock and sadness” at what happened.
“Our thoughts are with the community in Cresslough, those who have received word that their loved one had died, the many people who have been injured and especially those who are waiting anxiously for news of their loved ones still missing,” said the Cathaoirleach.
“Having visited the scene in the aftermath of this terrible explosion, I want to pay tribute to the ongoing efforts and dedication of all services involved in the rescue and recovery operation.
“I wish to acknowledge the role played by the HSE, the gardaí, the Council’s fire service and other Council personnel. I also wish to acknowledge the assistance received from emergency services in Northern Ireland. I want to especially acknowledge the assistance provided by the local community in Cresslough and the wider area who have greatly assisted in the ongoing efforts.
Emergency services in Creeslough this morning where rescue and recovery efforts are ongoing.
“We all stand in solidarity with the community in Cresslough at this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the deceased, those injured and those still missing.
“We all have great difficulty in coming to terms with this tragic event which unfolded in Creeslough on Friday afternoon. We can only imagine what those closest to the scene and especially those who were related to or knew those who have died, injured or still missing, are going through.”
Councillor Blaney said the people in Cresslough and especially the families directly affected will need support and help over the coming days and weeks.
“On behalf of Donegal County Council, I wish to pledge our support and I have no doubt that the wider community in Donegal will respond in kind.”
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