SIGNIFICANT FIRE BREAKS OUT ON O CONNELL STREET IN SLIGO TOWN - ROAD CLOSURE

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Fire on O Connell street in Sligo town just after lunchtime today - Image by Ocean FM Ireland

A Significant fire has broke out just after Lunchtime today in the heart of Sligo town on O'Connell street. 

Local businesses on the street have also been evacuated

Everyone has been evacuated safely with no injuries reported. It is reported that the fire broke out in McGarrigles pub. 

O'Connell Street is closed due to the fire in a nearby building. Traffic is heavier around the town as a result. Inbound on the N4 over the bridge is very busy to John St. St. Brigid’s Place is busy inbound through to Adelaide St. Bridge St onto Thomas St and through to Pearse St. Lord Edward St also has delays in both directions. 

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