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fast firetruck at night with it's emergency lights on the way to a rescue
Fire Services
Featured
January 18, 2026 5 min read

Dublin Fire Brigade Responds to Major Warehouse Fire in Industrial Estate

Multiple units from Dublin Fire Brigade responded to a significant warehouse fire in the Ballymount Industrial Estate early this morning. Crews worked through the night to contain the blaze, with no injuries reported. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

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Ambulance car of emergency medical service on mountain road
Ambulance
January 17, 2026

National Ambulance Service Launches New Rapid Response Programme

The National Ambulance Service has announced a new rapid response programme aimed at reducing emergency response times in rural areas across Ireland.

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Red and blue police lights on a car at a crime scene at night
Gardaí
January 16, 2026

An Garda Síochána Expands Community Policing Initiative Nationwide

An Garda Síochána has announced the expansion of its community policing initiative to all 28 Garda divisions, strengthening local engagement.

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People, volunteer and grocery distribution at warehouse, community charity
Charity
January 15, 2026

Irish Red Cross Launches Winter Emergency Appeal for Vulnerable Communities

The Irish Red Cross has launched its annual winter emergency appeal to support vulnerable communities across Ireland during the cold months.

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Red fire trucks in row. Teams of fire brigade on city street
Fire Services
January 14, 2026

Cork City Fire Brigade Receives New Fleet of Modern Fire Engines

Cork City Fire Brigade has taken delivery of five new state-of-the-art fire engines as part of a €5 million investment in emergency services.

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Emergency Call Center Service: 911 Management Communication Help
Emergency
January 13, 2026

New 999 Call Centre Technology Reduces Emergency Response Times

A new technology upgrade at Ireland's 999 call centres has reduced average emergency response dispatch times by 15 seconds.

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Close up emergency ambulance truck illuminated at night accident response
Ambulance
January 12, 2026

Paramedics Complete Advanced Cardiac Training Programme

Over 200 paramedics across Ireland have completed an advanced cardiac emergency training programme, improving pre-hospital cardiac care.

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Gardaí Launch Road Safety Campaign
Gardaí
January 11, 2026

Gardaí Launch Road Safety Campaign Ahead of Winter Weather

An Garda Síochána has launched a comprehensive road safety campaign to reduce accidents during hazardous winter driving conditions.

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City officials distribute food aid to residents affected by flooding
Charity
January 10, 2026

Order of Malta Ireland Provides Emergency Aid to Flood-Affected Areas

Order of Malta volunteers have been providing emergency aid and support to communities affected by recent flooding in the midlands.

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Brave firefighter putting on his air tank gear and other equipment
Fire Services
January 9, 2026

Fire Safety Week: Smoke Alarm Campaign Reaches 50,000 Homes

Ireland's Fire Safety Week campaign has successfully reached over 50,000 homes with free smoke alarm checks and fire safety advice.

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Ambulances and intensive care units are parked on the sidewalk
Emergency
January 8, 2026

Inter-Agency Emergency Response Drill Tests National Preparedness

A large-scale inter-agency emergency response drill involving Fire, Ambulance, and Gardaí tested Ireland's disaster preparedness.

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Ambulance car of emergency medical service on mountain road
Ambulance
January 7, 2026

Air Ambulance Service Marks 10 Years of Life-Saving Missions

The Irish Community Air Ambulance celebrates a decade of service, having responded to over 3,500 life-threatening emergencies across Ireland.

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Red and blue police lights on a car at a crime scene at night
Gardaí
January 6, 2026

New Garda Recruits Graduate from Templemore Training College

Over 200 new Garda recruits have graduated from the Garda College in Templemore, ready to serve communities across Ireland.

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