Cork family lucky to be alive after losing everything in fire

A community has rallied to help a family in north Cork whose home has been gutted by fire just two weeks before Christmas.

Cork family lucky to be alive after losing everything in fire

The Cashman family, who live in Dun an Óir estate in Kanturk, lost everything when fire broke out in an upstairs room of their house in the early hours of Wednesday.

Dad Kevin, who was woken by a smoke alarm, managed to get wife Suzann and four of their five children — 18-month-old Saoirse; Ryan, 3; Mckenzie, 8; and Jennifer, 13 — to safety.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

More in this section

Lunchtime News

Newsletter

Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited