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Irish Examiner
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- Irish Examiner
Carrigaline fire damages homes as councillor condemns onlookers filming blaze for social media
A large fire that damaged homes in Carrigaline has sparked concerns about people arriving to take videos and photographs of the blaze. The incident drew fire units from Carrigaline, Crosshaven, and Midleton, as well as the Cork City Fire Service, in what was described as a 'difficult response situation.' At least two homes were damaged by the fire, which broke out shortly after 12.30pm on Sunday at the Hillview estate in the Upper Kilmoney area. No injuries were reported. Carrigaline Station's chief fire officer, Chris Gledhill, said his crew made 'serious firefighting efforts' until the Crosshaven Fire Service joined them. 'We needed more resources, such as an aerial platform, so I mobilised Cork City's platform to assist us,' he told the Irish Examiner. 'Then we needed more water because the hydrant's pressure was next to nothing. So we requested a water tanker from Cork City. That wasn't enough, so I requested a water tanker from Midleton fire service also,' Mr Gledhill added. The crew worked against strong winds that pushed flames into a neighbouring house, setting it alight. Firefighters later extinguished the blaze. 'Thankfully, no one was hurt and our thoughts are with the families who lost their homes,' Mr Gledhill added. Fine Gael councillor Jack White praised emergency services for their 'exceptional job in very difficult circumstances.' However, he said several constituents expressed concern about people arriving at the estate 'just for a look.' 'It does seem we are in an era now where people are keen to capture footage to share on social media as opposed to thinking more considerately about the fact that people are affected,' Mr White said. 'We saw similar situations a few months ago when the poor man drowned in the River Lee, and where people were taking the choice to be bystanders and to record footage on their phones as opposed to either doing nothing or doing something helpful. "It is an unfortunate kind of development in how people think about these things," he added. Mr White said it was sad to see and that 'people have to reflect carefully on their choices if that's the type of thing they chose to do yesterday.' The councillor believes there will be 'some kind of effort' to help the families who lost their homes. 'We are very lucky in this community in Carrigaline that we still retain a sense of community in times like this. And I suppose if a GoFundMe or similar effort is set up, it will be well supported,' Mr White added.
Irish Daily Mirror
10-06-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Man, 30s, arrested after several vehicles set on fire at Cork Airport car park
A man has been arrested after a number of vehicles were set on fire at Cork Airport Business Park in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Gardaí were called to the scene after receiving reports of criminal damage at a car park in the area at around 1.15am. The Cork City Fire Service also attended and managed to bring the blazes under control. It is understood several vehicles, including a minibus and a truck, were set alight during the incident and suffered significant damage. Flights at Cork Airport were unaffected by the fires. A man in his 30s was arrested at the scene and is currently being detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984. Gardaí say investigations into the incident are ongoing. A Garda spokesperson said: "Gardaí attended the scene of criminal damage that occurred at Cork Airport Business Park, in the early hours of this morning Tuesday 10th June, 2025 at approximately 1.15am "A number of cars were set alight and the Cork City fire service extinguished the fires. "One male, aged in his early 30s was arrested at the scene and is currently detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984. Investigations ongoing." For the latest news and breaking news visit Get all the big headlines, pictures, analysis, opinion and video on the stories that matter to you. Follow us on Twitter @IrishMirror - the official Irish Mirror Twitter account - real news in real time. We're also on Facebook/irishmirror - your must-see news, features, videos and pictures throughout the day from the Irish Daily Mirror, Irish Sunday Mirror and
Irish Examiner
10-06-2025
- Irish Examiner
Man arrested after cars set on fire at Cork Airport Business Park
A man in his early 30s was arrested after several cars were set alight at Cork Airport Business Park in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Gardaí responded to reports of criminal damage at around 1.15am. The Cork City Fire Service attended the scene and quickly brought the fires under control. The man was arrested at the scene and is currently being detained under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984. Gardaí say investigations are ongoing.
Irish Examiner
07-05-2025
- Irish Examiner
Two men arrested over suspected arson attack on elderly couple's Cork home
Two men have been arrested in connection with a suspected arson attack that left an elderly couple's home extensively damaged in Cork last month. The men, both aged in their 30s, were detained during an operation carried out in the Dublin area on Tuesday, May 6. Detectives from Cork searched two residential properties in the capital as part of the ongoing investigation. The men are currently being held at a Garda station in Cork City under Section 4 of the Criminal Justice Act, 1984. The arrests relate to a fire at a home in the Dublin Pike area of Ballincrokig, Cork City, on the night of April 24. The interior of the home in Ballincrokig, Cork where two petrol bombs were thrown through the bedroom window causing extensive damage. Picture: David Creedon Shortly after 9pm, Gardaí and fire services responded to reports of a blaze at the property, where an elderly couple in their 80s were rescued from the burning house. Four units of Cork City Fire Service responded to the scene, and the couple were treated for smoke inhalation by fire personnel and paramedics from the National Ambulance Service. The home sustained extensive damage and was later sealed off for a technical and forensic examination. It is understood one line of inquiry is that the house may have been mistakenly targeted. The investigation is being led by the Serious Crime Investigation Unit in Cork and remains ongoing. Further updates are expected. Read More Couple arrested in Cork City after elderly woman robbed by fake animal inspectors
