Major fire rips through centre of town in the Midlands damaging several business premises

A devastating fire broke out in the early hours of this morning (Sunday, July 28) in the heart of Longford town.

The inferno engulfed the Crafton Court area of the town and it is understood that several businesses have been impacted by the dreadful incident. 

One of the businesses hit by the blaze by Grafters Hair Company and they have posted on their social media platform:

"Due to a major fire at Grafton Court in early hours of this morning, a number of businesses are affected including our beloved Grafters.

"We are so sorry to report this but most importantly to our knowledge, no person has been injured."