Residents in the Donabate area are being urged to "keep windows and doors closed" as firefighters tackle a blaze at an industrial unit this evening.
Dublin Fire Brigade are currently at the scene on Donabate battling the flames in hot and humid conditions. It is understood that firefighters from Swords, Kilbarrack and Skerries are in the vicinity attending the blaze.
Heavy, thick black smoke has been reported in the area which is close to houses. Dublin Fire Brigade tweeted: "Firefighters from Swords, Kilbarrack and Skerries are currently at an industrial unit on fire in #Donabate.
"Smoke is visible, if you are affected please close all doors and windows. We're working hard to bring the fire under control."
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Dublin Live has contacted Dublin Fire Brigade for further comment.
It comes as Ireland currently has an Orange warning in place until Monday for forest fires due to warm conditions with temperatures expected to further climb to 29C in the coming days. The Department of Agriculture has issued the following advice to anyone out and about this weekend:
- Do not light fires in or near woodland.
- Do not block forest entrances or roads when parking — access may be required by the fire service or forestry personnel in the event of an emergency, their job will be made easier if the roads are clear.
- If you see a fire, report it immediately to the emergency services — Dial 999 or 112. Give clear details as regards location and any other useful information such as the size of the fire, wind direction, proximity to dwellings or forestry etc.
- Do not approach fires
A statement from the department adds: "Wildfires can be extremely dangerous and can rapidly change direction and behaviour. Do not attempt to extinguish fires yourself.
"Fire fighting is dangerous work and should be left to suitably equipped and trained personnel. If you see a fire, call the fire service and retire to a safe distance."
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