Emergency services battle fire in Co Kildare as gardai close road after 'extensive damage' done

Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of a fire at a premises in Co Kildare.

The blaze is believed to have broken out at the property on Kilkenny Road, Athy, on Friday morning.

A garda spokesperson said: "Extensive damage was caused to the property, but no injuries have been reported."

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The fire was extinguished by Fire Services in the early hours of this morning.

The road is currently closed between Fortbarrington Road and Duke Street.

Road users are asked to take alternative routes.

Investigations are ongoing.

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