Updated at 11:13
The massive fire at the Port of Cork Ringaskiddy deepwater berth has been brought under control.
The Port company said there are no reports of any casualties and that firefighters will remain on site for the coming hours to monitor the area
The Port of Cork has activated its major emergency plan as firefighters tackle a huge blaze which has broken out in a grains store at its deep water port in Cork Harbour.
The Irish Examiner reports that several units of Cork County Fire Service, as well as fire crews from the Port’s harbour master’s office, are on the scene.
The fire broke out earlier in a large R&H silo used for the storage of animal feed.
A huge plume of smoke is visible in the area and local residents have been advised to close their windows until the blaze has been brought under control.
There are no reports of any injuries at this stage.
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Residents in the area were advised to stay indoors and keep their windows closed.
The Port of Cork said: “We can confirm that a fire which broke out at a grain storage facility on the Ringaskiddy Deepwater Berth is now under control & there are no reports of any casualties.
“Emergency services remain on site to monitor the area. Ship operations in Ringaskiddy have been suspended.”
Ringaskiddy & District Residents Association said on Facebook: “The Port of Cork have advised that Cork County Fire Services have contained the fire and that all persons are accounted for with no injuries reported, however it is expected that the area may smoulder for some time yet.”
Earlier the association wrote: “The Port of Cork have advised that all residents keep their windows and doors closed.
“It’s not just Dr Tony Holohan that’s telling us to stay at home – this morning it is really important to stay in and keep windows/doors closed.”
