Investigation underway following fire at Longford property due to house refugees
An investigation is underway following a fire which broke out last night at a Longford property that is under consideration to house Ukrainian refugee families.
Gardaí and units of Longford Fire Service responded to the incident yesterday evening (Tuesday, January 16) at Lanesboro Convent.
The fire was quickly brought under control and no one was injured.
A Garda spokesperson confirmed, "Gardaí and emergency services attended the scene of a fire at a premises in Lanesboro, County Longford yesterday evening, Tuesday, January 16.
"The fire was brought under control by fire services.
"No injuries have been reported.
"A technical examination of the scene will take place."