**BREAKING: Giant Inferno Engulfs Northern Ireland as 205-Foot Bonfire Pyre Unofficially Shatters World Record**
BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND – In a blaze of glory, a gargantuan bonfire pyre in Northern Ireland has unofficially broken the world record for the largest bonfire ever constructed, sending shockwaves of excitement throughout the region.
The behemoth blaze, located in the heart of Belfast, stands at an astonishing 205 feet tall, casting a golden glow over the city and attracting a swarm of awestruck onlookers. The pyre, constructed from a staggering 10,000 pallets, 5,000 tires, and 1,000 old sofas, has been burning bright for hours, with flames reaching as high as 50 feet into the air.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as “apocalyptic” and “totally not a fire hazard.” “I was driving to work and suddenly, I was blinded by the sheer brilliance of the inferno,” said local resident, Seamus O’Connor. “I mean, who needs the sun when you’ve got a bonfire of this magnitude?”
The Guinness World Records officials have yet to verify the record, but sources close to the matter confirm that the pyre has unofficially surpassed the previous record held by a 175-foot bonfire constructed in rural Scotland in 2018.
While some have expressed concerns about the environmental impact and safety risks associated with the massive blaze, most onlookers are too enthralled by the spectacle to care. “It’s a marvel of modern pyromania,” exclaimed Belfast Mayor, Mary McKenna. “We’re considering making bonfire-building a national pastime. Who needs the Olympics when you’ve got giant fires?”
As the pyre continues to rage on, residents and tourists alike are flocking to the scene, donning fire-resistant clothing and enjoying the warmth and excitement emanating from the massive inferno.
When asked about the possibility of the fire getting out of control, local fire chief, Brian McSweeney, quipped, “Out of control? Ha! This is a carefully managed catastrophe. We’ve got everything under control…ish.”
In related news, local businesses are reporting a surge in sales of fire-resistant underwear and asbestos-lined hats.
