Advertisement

We need your help now

Support from readers like you keeps The Journal open.

You are visiting us because we have something you value. Independent, unbiased news that tells the truth. Advertising revenue goes some way to support our mission, but this year it has not been enough.

If you've seen value in our reporting, please contribute what you can, so we can continue to produce accurate and meaningful journalism. For everyone who needs it.

Firefighters battle huge warehouse blaze on Dublin's northside

The fire on Richmond Road is ongoing.

Updated 4.15pm

FIREFIGHTERS IN DUBLIN are battling a blaze at a premises on Richmond Road on Dublin’s northside.

Seven units of Dublin Fire Brigade are currently at the scene and efforts to put out the fire are ongoing.

It is unknown at present whether there are any injuries as a result of the fire.

Firefighters were first called to the scene before 2pm with thick smoke visible from the fire from significant distances away.

One nearby resident told TheJournal.ie that the fire has forced locals indoors.
https://www.facebook.com/thejournal.ie/videos/1671300276223723/

“The smoke is incredibly dense and billowing low from Richmond Road right over to Croke Park, we’re staying inside with the windows shut because it’s really overpowering,” they said.

Dublin Fire Brigade has told local residents to stay indoors as a precaution.

(Click here if video doesn’t play)

Read: Dublin fire engine attacked when crew approached bonfire this evening >

Read: Elderly man killed in Mayo house fire >

Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone...
A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation.

Close
15 Comments
This is YOUR comments community. Stay civil, stay constructive, stay on topic. Please familiarise yourself with our comments policy here before taking part.
Leave a Comment
    Submit a report
    Please help us understand how this comment violates our community guidelines.
    Thank you for the feedback
    Your feedback has been sent to our team for review.

    Leave a commentcancel

     
    JournalTv
    News in 60 seconds