24/01/2014

Emergency Services Tackle Blaze At Glanbia Building

Emergency services are tackling a fire at the Glanbia offices in Dungarvin, Co Waterford.

The fire broke out at around 08:30 this morning. Fire fighters are still said to be at the scene.

It is understood that no one has been hurt in the fire, but a neighbouring building is also threatened by the blaze.

(MH/JP)

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