A social gathering at a housing estate in Killarney, Ireland, took a devastating turn when a fire pit ignited a major blaze, leaving seven people with serious injuries. A five-year-old boy is currently fighting for his life following the incident. Emergency services responded to the scene and provided immediate medical attention to those affected. The cause of the fire is under investigation, though it originated from the fire pit. Authorities have not yet released details regarding the nature of the injuries sustained by the other six individuals. The community is reeling from the unexpected tragedy, and support is being offered to those impacted by the fire.