UPDATE: No injuries in major fire at Offaly recycling plant
Bord na Mona: “Waste collection services in the area will continue as usual and we advise customers to leave their bins out as normal.”
NO injuries were reported as a result of last night's fire at the Bord na Mona recycling facility in Tullamore and waste collections will continue, the company said today.
In a statement this morning, Bord na Mona said: “We are currently investigating the cause of a fire at our Bord na Móna Recycling facility at Cappincur, Tullamore last night (29 February). The fire was contained with support from local fire services, for which we are extremely grateful.
“The facility will remain closed while the damage is assessed. Thankfully no injuries were reported, and all employees are safe.
“Waste collection services in the area will continue as usual and we 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.
Meanwhile, Offaly County Council said this morning the fire is under control.
A spokesperson said: “Offaly Fire Service was called to a fire in a recycling facility on the Cappincur Road just before 9pm last night.
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“Fire crews from Tullamore, Clara, Kilbeggan and a water tanker from Edenderry responded initially to the incident.
“There are no injuries to report however there has been significant damage to the building. The fire is under control and one crew remain on scene dampening down.”