People living in the vicinity of a fire near Dublin Airport are being advised to close their windows as a precaution.
The blaze at a recycling plant near St Margaret's has now been brought under control.
But people with breathing difficulties are being advised to avoid the area until the remainder of the smoke plume is gone.
The fire in St Margarets is now under control. Some units will be released from the scene shortly, however some will remain to dampen down any hot spots. We would still advise any residents in the surrounding area to keep their windows closed. #Dublin #Fire pic.twitter.com/b8sTY9Xd23
— Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) January 10, 2018
Eight units dealt with the blaze off the Ballymun Road.
There was a large plume of smoke but an airport official says it's not having an effect on flights.
We now have 8 units attending the St Margarets / Sandyhill fire near the airport including aerial ladder & foam unit #Dublin #fire pic.twitter.com/af0UmalbGQ
— Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) January 10, 2018
Motorists are being advised to approach with care and people with breathing difficulties are being told to avoid the area completely.
Residents are being urged to keep windows and doors closed.
Residents downwind or close to the St Margarets fire should close their windows to prevent smoke entering your home. Avoid the area, especially those with any breathing issues. pic.twitter.com/EVdKJYSZdX
— Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) January 10, 2018
