Taller buildings and extreme weather events means Cork's fire service needs an overhaul

Review warned of risks to crew safety from 'bigger-scale' incidents such as fires in modern, taller buildings

Given newer building types and construction methods, and the city’s projected population growth on top of an already increased population, a modernisation of 'all services' is needed, according to the review.

Cork's fire service needs a complete modernisation to "provide an effective and efficient" service to residents and businesses in the future.

The increased prevalence of taller buildings and extreme weather events pose new and difficult challenges for fire personnel, the report concluded.