KILDARE: Warning not to place BBQs on wooden decking

People enjoying the heatwave have been warned not to place barbecues inside, on a balcony or on a wooden decking.

Place disposable BBQs on non-flammable surfaces, is the advice from Dublin Fire Brigade.

A spokesperson added: "Place the BBQ away from facia/soffit, fences, trees etc.

"Have a bucket of water nearby.

"Don’t have too much alcohol or leave the BBQ unattended."