Recycling facility in Tullamore to remain closed as investigation into fire underway
Waste collection services in the area will continue as usual
An investigation is underway into the cause of a fire at the Bord na Móna Recycling facility at Cappincur, Tullamore last night.
The fire broke out around 9pm and videos of the incident showed flames coming from one of the buildings.
The fire was contained with support from local fire services. Bord na Mona has said it is extremely grateful for the efforts of the fire services.
The facility will remain closed while the damage is being assessed. Bord na Mona says that no injuries were reported, and all employees are safe.
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In a statement, Bord na Mona says waste collection services in the area will continue as usual and they advise customers to leave their bins out as normal. If there are any changes to collections Bord na Mona Recycling will contact customers via text message.
The company says that any commercial customers impacted will be contacted by their sales representative.