
The blaze broke out in Athy last night.
Laois Fire Services attended a massive fire in Kildare last night.
The blaze broke out at the back of a former industrial premises on William Street in Athy, at around 2am.
Fire crews from counties Kildare & Laois dealt with a large blaze in Athy, Co. Kildare overnight. The fire happened at the rear of a former industrial premises on William St on the N78. Heavy plumes of smoke remain visible in the air as #firefighters dampen down the scene. #fire pic.twitter.com/7clTgo56rm
— Emergency Times (@emergencytimes) October 7, 2022
30 firefighters from Laois, Carlow and Kildare fire services attended the blaze at the former industrial park.
Extensive damage was done to the premises, but emergency services contained the fire to one unit.
Gardaí are advising people to stay away from the area, as there's still plenty of smoke in the air.
No injuries have been reported, and emergency services remain at the scene.
The road is currently closed between Fortbarrington Road and Duke Street, and Gardaí are advising motorists to take an alternative route.
Anyone with any information relating to the incident is being asked to contact Athy Garda Station.