News - fire
Local fire services continue to tackle blaze on Longford/Leitrim border
Units of Longford and Leitrim Fire Services have been fighting the fire at Bohey/Cloonaugh Bog close to Drumlish Village since Sunday evening.
May 14, 2025 13:36
Major Longford bog fire brought under control this evening
Members of Longford Fire Service attended the scene at 1pm today and began tackling the worst of the blaze.
May 12, 2025 17:04
Castlerea house 'completely destroyed' in fire last night
The blaze broke out around 7.30pm and was eventually extinguished by the fire service.
May 8, 2025 07:44
Gardaí investigate overnight fire at Athlone recycling facility
Emergency services responded at around 3:30am, with fire crews working for several hours to bring the blaze under control.
May 3, 2025 15:19
Gorse fire in west Roscommon may have been started deliberately, according to firefighters
Crews from Ballaghaderreen, Boyle, Elphin, Ballyhaunis and Charlestown dealt with a number of fires in the county.
Apr 10, 2025 13:31
Large bog fire in Ballaghaderreen may have been started deliberately
Fire brigades from Ballaghaderreen, Charlestown and Tubbercurry battled the blaze for several hours – to save forestry and houses.
Mar 21, 2025 07:55
Garda enquiries ongoing following fire at Athlone restaurant
Investigations are ongoing.
Mar 9, 2025 12:56
House gutted in large fire in Longford town
No one was injured but significant damage was caused to the three-bedroom house.
Jan 26, 2025 15:36
Gardaí not suspecting foul play following blaze at Longford home
The fire was reported at approximately 8pm.
Jan 26, 2025 10:00
Emergency services tackle fire at former Williamstown Business premises
The nature or cause of the fire has not yet been determined.
Nov 29, 2024 09:05
Massive car fire leads to traffic delays on N5 at Tarmonbarry
Fire services are at the scene and the blaze has now been brought under control.
Nov 28, 2024 18:52
Former cathaoirleach praises prompt response to Ballaghaderreen fire
Four fire brigades and local Gardaí were at the scene when the fire broke out shortly before 8pm.
Nov 17, 2024 12:41
National Bravery Awards recognises local hero who saved child from burning building
Mark Kelly from Mullingar was awarded a Silver Medal and a Certificate of Bravery at the ceremony held at Farmleigh House in the Phoenix Park on Friday.
Nov 9, 2024 12:30
Longford Gardaí investigating suspected arson after truck set alight
No one was injured in the incident and the adjacent property was undamaged.
Oct 8, 2024 16:41Shannonside Newsletter
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