A major fire has engulfed Maam Cross train station in Co Galway, destroying the station cabin.
Fire brigade (stock)
A major fire has broken out at Maam Cross train station in Co Galway, with dramatic images showing the station cabin completely engulfed in flames.
Videos shared online this evening show multiple fire crews battling the blaze, which appears to have consumed the entire station cabin.
The fire appeared to pierce through the roof with all windows shattered as a result of the flames, Galway Beo reports.
An eyewitness at the scene described the shocking moment, saying: “So I went to Maam Cross to photograph the train and this happened. What a terrible tragedy after all the great work by the organisers to get it going.”
Thankfully there are no reports of injuries from the fire.
Separately in Galway, a long-closed train station has started the process of reopening, with works now underway at the site. These efforts are part of several rail projects currently ongoing in the county.
At Tuam train station, clearing works and preparation of the rail bed have started, according to TD Sean Canney. This marks the first step in resuming services between Athenry and Claremorris, as part of the broader reopening of the Western Rail Corridor.
Speaking about the progress, Sean said: “I was at Tuam Station this week as on-the-ground works began – with clearing and preparation of the rail bed now underway.
“This is the first visible step towards restoring rail services from Athenry – Tuam – Claremorris, reconnecting Galway and Mayo and strengthening transport for the entire West.
“Seeing activity on the line is a significant and symbolic moment for our region. The Western Rail Corridor is now a targeted priority in the new Transport Sectoral Plan, and this work shows that commitment being put into action.
“I’ll keep driving this forward to ensure trains return to Tuam and that we rebuild this vital rail link for communities across the West.”
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