A devastating fire at the Doagh Famine Village on the Inishowen Peninsula destroyed two-thirds of the site, which was busy with customers who were evacuated safely. Foul play is ruled out, with the blaze possibly caused by an air compressor. Significant losses include buildings dedicated to the famine, peace process, and Traveller community, alongside irreplaceable memorabilia. As the thatched buildings were uninsured, local businessman John Mc Gonagle has initiated a â¬100,000 GoFundMe campaign that has already raised over â¬35,000, aiming to restore the site and its cultural significance.
The iconic Doagh Famine Village suffered extensive damage as a fire destroyed two-thirds of the site, which was evacuated safely with no injuries reported.
Local businessman John Mc Gonagle has launched a GoFundMe campaign aiming to raise â¬100,000 to restore the Doagh Famine Village, highlighting its cultural significance.
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