Emergency services at scene of rescue incident in Crossnacreevy
Three specialist rescue teams are currently in attendance
Last updated 2nd Oct 2026
Emergency services are at the scene of what’s understood to be a serious rescue incident in Crossnacreevy in County Down.
The emergency response includes specialist rescue teams, multiple fire appliances, and police.
The Ballygowan Road is closed and we're told the incident is ongoing.
A statement from the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service said, “2 Appliances from Knock Fire Station, 1 Appliance from Carryduff Fire Station, 1 Appliance from Cadogan Fire Station and 3 Specialist Rescue Teams are currently in attendance.”
“Firefighters were called to reports of a rescue incident on Ballygowan Road, Crossnacreevy, Carryduff, Down. This incident is ongoing.”
Meanwhile the PSNI said, “The Ballygowan Road in Crossnacreevy is closed. Emergency services are in attendance. You are advised to take another route for your journey.”
More to follow.