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.

Dublin fire engine attacked when crew approached bonfire this evening

The vehicle was temporarily out of service for repairs.

A DUBLIN FIRE engine was attacked when crew members approached a bonfire this evening.

It happened on Ossory Road in the North Strand area of Dublin 3.

Dublin Fire Brigade reported that the vehicle was temporarily out of service for repairs.

No crew members were injured but DFB has called for respect for its crews.

Dublin Fire Brigade says there has been an increase in the number of bonfires being lit and prepared ahead of the Halloween bank holiday weekend.

A spokesperson for DFB told TheJournal.ie that it will be “using drones extensively in the run up to Halloween with the increased number of larger fires we will be attending”.

Read: Dublin Fire Brigade to use drones ‘extensively’ in the run up to Halloween>

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.

Author
Cliodhna Russell
View 77 comments
Close
77 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