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Storms reveal Mayo’s ancient forest

Storms have uncovered giant tree stumps and roots on Doohoma beach in Co Mayo. Photo: Anthony Hickey
Storms have uncovered giant tree stumps and roots on Doohoma beach in Co Mayo. Photo: Anthony Hickey

The mists of time have once again briefly lifted on beautiful Doohoma beach to reveal the preserved remnants of a prehistoric forest that once covered Mayo.