Dublin fire LIVE: Airport close to huge blaze as smoke seen for miles

Pictures show smoke filling the sky. 16:36, Thu, Aug 6, 2026 Updated: 16:36, Thu, Aug 6, 2026 A fire has been spotted near Dublin Airport in Ireland as black smoke fills the sky.Fires have also been reported in the north of County Dublin near Westpalstown and Ballyboughal.Locals on X have reported two separate blazes, with another also seen in Ashtown.LiveDrive in Dublin has said: "Emergency services are attending a fire near Navan Road (Ashtown). Smoke is visible across the area. Take care."Dublin Fire Brigade said: "We're aware of the industrial fire in Wimbletown, Balyboughal and have five fire engines including a water tanker on the way. Thanks for all the 999 calls, firefighters are already on scene dealing with the fire. If you are affected by smoke close all windows and doors as a precaution."LiveDrive added: "Emergency services are attending a major fire in Balyboughal. Please help them by keeping the area clear and expect smoke on surrounding routes."MORE UPDATES TO FOLLOW... 2 mins ago16:36 Charlie BradleyLatest traffic information in DublinDublin Live reports: "The M50 is slow southbound from before the M1 to a breakdown in the left lane at J5 (Finglas)."Northbound is he...