Organisation: Dublin Fire Brigade

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<p>After Ires Reit spent €60m on 146 Flynn & O’Flaherty homes at the old Phoenix Park racecourse it discovered problems with some of the apartments. Picture: Moya Nolan</p>

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Mick Clifford: Citizens will pick up the tab for building defects

Legally, builders including Flynn & O’Flaherty are only responsible for defective work if it is discovered within seven years of construction

<p> Phoenix Park Racecourse is the largest development in the State. Pictures: Moya Nolan</p>

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Fire safety defects uncovered in one of the State's largest housing developments

The development at the old racecourse in Dublin’s Phoenix Park is due to include over 2,300 homes when it is completed. The defects relate to the first phase which was built between 2006 and 2008

<p>The six-car collision happened on the M50 on Friday evening. Picture: Dublin Fire Brigade/Twitter</p>

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Three hospitalised after six-car pile-up on M50

Three people have been taken to Tallaght University Hospital

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Gardaí praise fire fighters for 'saving the life' of stabbed garda

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Off-duty firefighter hailed as hero after she helped save swimmer in Waterford

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Warning not to charge e-scooters in living areas after a number of fires

Hazardous waste mismanaged by country's largest ambulance service, audit finds

Healthcare risk waste generated by Dublin Fire Brigade’s ambulance service not being properly separated from general waste, not secured, tagged, tracked or stocked once generated

Tue, 09 Feb, 2021

Firefighters at scene of car on fire at Carrickmines Retail Park

Firefighters and gardaí are at the scene of a car on fire at Carrickmines Retail Park in Dublin which has also affected a nearby gas main.

Sat, 20 Jun, 2020

Person rescued from River Liffey

Water Rescue teams from Dublin Fire Brigade have rescued a person from the River Liffey.

Sat, 06 Jun, 2020

Attempted murder charge for man accused of knife attack on garda

A garda was slashed and suffered injuries “from his hairline back to the crown of his head”, a court heard.

Wed, 03 Jun, 2020

Don't hesitate to call 999 if you see outdoor fires - Dublin Fire Brigade

Dublin Fire Brigade says people should not hesitate to call 999 if they see fire while they are out in the great outdoors.

Mon, 01 Jun, 2020

'Significant fire' at Dublin industrial estate put out after gas main ruptures

Firefighters managed to limit the spread of the inferno at Greenogue Business near Newcastle, where a gas main ruptured.

Sat, 30 May, 2020

Call for people to be safe around rivers and canals as temperatures set to rise

Dublin Fire Brigade has warned people to be safe around water, rivers and canals after two separate rescues yesterday.

Wed, 27 May, 2020

Dublin Fire Brigade appeals to public to take care when parking after crews delayed

Crews were delayed trying to get to an injured mountain biker at the Hellfire Club yesterday because cars had blocked the road.

Mon, 25 May, 2020

Community and celebs come together to give Philip an unforgettable birthday

Dubliner Philip Walsh celebrated his 27th birthday today and it was one he will remember forever.

Sat, 23 May, 2020

Fire at National Ambulance Service building extinguished

A small fire on the roof of the National Ambulance Service caused the building to be evacuated.

Sat, 23 May, 2020

Locals 'deeply shocked' after two men killed in house fire

Two men have died following a house fire in Drimnagh this afternoon.

Sat, 23 May, 2020

Dublin Fire Brigade tackles fire at Hellfire club

Firefighters are warning disposable barbecues can easily cause wildfires with vegetation so dry at the moment

Tue, 19 May, 2020

Gardaí investigate death of man in unexplained circumstances

Dublin Fire Brigade and Gardaí were at the scene after reports of a fire at the house earlier today.

Mon, 18 May, 2020

Dublin scrapyard fire not being investigated as crime at this stage

Gardaí say the scrapyard fire on Dublin's northside this afternoon is not being investigated as a crime at this stage.

Sat, 16 May, 2020

Red forest fire warning in place in Ireland

The alert will remain in place until midday tomorrow.

Wed, 06 May, 2020

Two people arrested and charged following burglary and house fire in Dublin

Two people have been arrested and charged after “a burglary and criminal damage by fire incident” at a derelict house in Dublin.

Tue, 21 Apr, 2020

10% of Dublin Fire Brigade self-isolating due to Covid-19

A former Lord Mayor is appealing to the Chief Medical Officer to have Dublin Fire Brigade personnel prioritised for Covid-19 testing.

Sat, 18 Apr, 2020

Dublin Fire Brigade attend scene of overturned truck on M50

Minor injuries were treated at the scene.

Fri, 03 Apr, 2020

One person injured in collision between truck and Luas

One person has been injured in a crash between a Luas and a truck in Dublin.

Mon, 30 Mar, 2020

Two lives saved in Dublin in past 24 hours after bystanders resuscitate them

A bystander saved a person's life in North Dublin overnight.

Wed, 25 Mar, 2020

Ex-Dublin hurler warns of Covid-19 symptoms after testing positive for virus

Former Dublin hurler Michael Carton has revealed he tested positive for the coronavirus.

Tue, 17 Mar, 2020

No injuries after cars set on fire in west Dublin

The Garda Public Order Unit was sent to back up firefighters in the Cherry Orchard area of west Dublin last night.

Mon, 16 Mar, 2020

Michael Clifford: Apartment sprinklers are now all systems go

New fire regulations for open-plan living are, like so much of the State’s planning process,developer-led, but is there a cost to safety standards? asks Michael Clifford.

Thu, 27 Feb, 2020

Gardaí investigating reports of online images and videos relating to Keane Mulready-Woods' murder

Gardaí have vowed to bring to justice those behind the murder of a teenager whose remains were found in Dublin.

Thu, 16 Jan, 2020

'New low': Remains found in burnt out car believed to be decapitated head

Gardaí have recovered further human remains, believed to be a decapitated head, in a burnt-out car found overnight.

Wed, 15 Jan, 2020

Investigation underway after four cars set on fire within 90 mins in Dublin

An investigation has been launched after four cars were damaged in three fires within the space of 90 minutes.

Sat, 21 Dec, 2019

Over 670 calls to emergency services on Halloween

The National Emergency Operations Centre says it had more than 670 calls overnight, an increase on last Halloween.

Fri, 01 Nov, 2019

Rocks and fireworks thrown at firefighters as they deal with 144 incidents

A housing estate was blocked with burning cars, a car was driven onto a bonfire and fire fighters came under attack during a series of Halloween call-outs in Dublin last night.

Fri, 01 Nov, 2019

Dublin Fire Brigade called to incidents of cars being set alight as 144 fires recorded

The Dublin Fire Brigade is responding to reports of two derelict houses set alight this evening in Cherry Orchard and Tallaght.

Thu, 31 Oct, 2019

Fire brigades prepare for Halloween; Motorists urged to be aware of trick-or-treaters

People are being urged to head to council-run events rather than illegal bonfires this Halloween.

Thu, 31 Oct, 2019

Fireworks worth €2,300 seized in Co Kilkenny as part of 'Operation Tombola'

A special Halloween Garda operation has resulted in a seizure of over €2,300 worth of fireworks in Graiguenemanagh, Co Kilkenny.

Mon, 21 Oct, 2019

Dáil hears claim fire brigade delayed by low water pressure at school fire

The Dáil has heard a claim it took longer to fight yesterday's school fire in North Dublin because of low water pressure in the area.

Thu, 17 Oct, 2019

Latest: Support to be given to 200 students affected by Dublin school damaged by fire

Latest: The Government has said “every resource and support available” will be offered to a primary school in north Dublin which has been damaged by a fire.

Wed, 16 Oct, 2019

One person treated for smoke inhalation following fire at Dublin halting site

One person has been treated for smoke inhalation following a fire at a halting site in Dublin this morning.

Thu, 10 Oct, 2019

Several workers brought to hospital after chemical leak in Dublin

Firefighters are tackling a hazardous materials incident in West Dublin.

Sat, 05 Oct, 2019

Families moving back into their homes after Dublin flats fire

The families were initially told it will take anything from two to six weeks to refurbish the flats leaving the families with nowhere to go.

Fri, 20 Sep, 2019

Two weeks before 19 families will be allowed back into their homes after Dublin flats fire

19 families, incorporating 60 people, remain homeless three days after the fire due to having no electricity and water issues.

Mon, 16 Sep, 2019

8 minutes away from gas supply being ignited: 19 families homeless after Dublin flats fire

“I was told by a fireman who attended here on Saturday that we are all lucky to be alive," said one resident, after the fire in Marmion Court Flats, Blackhall Street.

Sun, 15 Sep, 2019

Man found dead beside Dublin train line being treated as 'a sudden death'

A man has been found dead beside a train line in Drumcondra in Dublin.

Fri, 06 Sep, 2019

Four people receive treatment after bus and lorry collide in Dublin

Four people have been hurt in a crash between a lorry and a bus in Dublin this afternoon.

Wed, 04 Sep, 2019

Young hurler injured after helmet wire punctures his hand

Dublin Fire Brigade paramedics are warning about the dangers associated with sport after a young hurler was injured over the weekend by the helmet he was wearing during a match.

Mon, 26 Aug, 2019

Three injured after three-car collision in North County Dublin

Gardaí have launched an investigation into a three-car collision which occurred in North County Dublin yesterday.

Sun, 25 Aug, 2019

Criminal investigation launched following fire in Dublin apartment complex

A criminal investigation has been launched into a fire in Coolock, Dublin earlier today.

Fri, 16 Aug, 2019

Dublin Fire Brigade members threaten strike action over staffing levels

Firefighters and paramedics from Dublin Fire Brigade have threatened strike action in a row over staffing levels.

Thu, 15 Aug, 2019