{"id":585680,"date":"2026-08-07T05:20:09","date_gmt":"2026-08-07T05:20:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/585680\/"},"modified":"2026-08-07T05:20:09","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T05:20:09","slug":"galway-city-housing-estate-fire-live-as-multiple-emergency-vehicles-rush-to-scene","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/585680\/","title":{"rendered":"Galway city housing estate fire LIVE as multiple emergency vehicles rush to scene"},"content":{"rendered":"

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LIVEUpdated 8 hours ago<\/p>\n

Gardai are assisting emergency services at the scene<\/p>\n

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Gardai and emergency services have responded to a fire in Sli Gheal, Knocknacarra in Thursday evening 6 August.<\/p>\n

Galway Beo understands that five ambulances and two Garda cars are at the scene.<\/p>\n

Gardai confirmed to Galway Beo they are providing assistance.<\/p>\n

It remains unclear as to what has caused the fire.<\/p>\n

Galway Beo have contacted Galway Fire and Rescue services for comment.<\/p>\n

It is unknown if there are any injuries at this time.<\/p>\n

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6th Aug21:53 BST<\/p>\n

Fire services remain at the scene<\/p>\n

Galway Beo understands Gardai remain in the area managing the scene.<\/p>\n

6th Aug21:25 BST<\/p>\n

Gardai are at the scene<\/p>\n

Gardai have confirmed that they are providing assistance<\/p>\n

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