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Cork County Fire and Building Control Department provides a fire and rescue service, in order to achieve the following objectives:

Assist the public in maintaining adequate fire safety in buildings. The Department is located at four regional offices:

County Hall, Cork. (HQ)
Market Green, Midleton. Mallow Fire Station. In addition, the fire service operates from 20 fire stations around the county

🚒 A fantastic evening in Youghal on Friday night as colleagues, family and friends came together to celebrate the retire...
01/11/2026

🚒 A fantastic evening in Youghal on Friday night as colleagues, family and friends came together to celebrate the retirement of Station Officer Terry Hurton and recognise his incredible 34 years of service.

A fitting tribute to Terry and his dedication to Youghal Fire Brigade and the wider community.

👏 Well done to everyone involved in organising such a special occasion!

🚒🎧 The Voices Behind Every Emergency!This International Control Room Week, we’d like to recognise the incredible work ca...
30/10/2026

🚒🎧 The Voices Behind Every Emergency!

This International Control Room Week, we’d like to recognise the incredible work carried out by the dedicated team at the Munster Regional Communications Centre (MRCC) in Limerick.

📞 They’re the calm voices answering emergency calls.

🚒 They’re the people mobilising fire crews when every second counts.

📻 They’re the vital link between our firefighters on the ground and the support they need.

Working behind the scenes 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, their professionalism and dedication play a crucial role in keeping our communities safe.

👏 From all of us at Cork County Fire Service, a huge thank you to our colleagues in Fire Control for everything you do.

Our heroes in headsets! 🎧❤️

🎃🔥 KEEP THE SCARES FUN, NOT THE FIRES! 🔥🎃Halloween is just around the corner, and while it’s a time for spooky costumes,...
29/10/2026

🎃🔥 KEEP THE SCARES FUN, NOT THE FIRES! 🔥🎃

Halloween is just around the corner, and while it’s a time for spooky costumes, pumpkins and trick-or-treating, it’s important to remember that fire safety is no trick!

🚒 Cork County Fire & Rescue Service is reminding everyone to take a few simple precautions to help keep Halloween safe and enjoyable for all.

🎃 Pumpkins & Decorations
Use battery-operated LED candles instead of naked flames. Keep decorations well away from heat sources.

🧙 Costume Safety
Keep costumes, wigs and capes away from candles and open fires. Remember, some costume materials can catch fire very quickly.

🔥 Bonfires
Stay away from unauthorised bonfires. Never use petrol or other accelerants to start a fire, and keep children away from open flames.

🎆 Fireworks
Illegal fireworks can cause serious burns and life-changing injuries. Don’t put yourself or others at risk.

🚨 Smoke Alarms
Make sure your smoke alarms are working. A quick test could save a life!

👨‍🚒 Respect Our Emergency Services
Our firefighters and emergency service personnel may be responding to incidents throughout Halloween. Please allow them to carry out their duties safely.

☎️ In an emergency, call 999 or 112.

🎃👻 From all of us at Cork County Fire & Rescue Service, have a safe and Happy Halloween!

🚨🌙 TEST IT TUESDAY – THE NIGHT-TIME CHECK! 🏠🔥Before you settle down for the night, have you taken a few simple steps to ...
27/10/2026

🚨🌙 TEST IT TUESDAY – THE NIGHT-TIME CHECK! 🏠🔥

Before you settle down for the night, have you taken a few simple steps to help keep your home and family safe? 🤔

A few small checks can make a BIG difference when it comes to fire safety!

✅ TEST – Test your smoke alarms every week to make sure they’re working.

🚪 CLOSE – Close internal doors before going to bed. A closed door can help slow the spread of smoke, heat and fire.

🚶 KEEP CLEAR – Make sure hallways, stairs and escape routes are free from obstacles.

😴 SLEEP SAFER – Make sure everyone in your household knows what to do if a smoke alarm sounds.

🔥 Remember: A working smoke alarm gives you an early warning, while a clear escape route and an escape plan can help you get out safely.

❤️ A few simple checks tonight could make all the difference tomorrow.

👆 Test it today. Test it every Tuesday!

🚒🔥 Fire Safety Talk in Goleen 🔥🚒Firefighters David O’Callaghan and Kieran O’Callaghan from Schull Fire Brigade visited t...
22/10/2026

🚒🔥 Fire Safety Talk in Goleen 🔥🚒

Firefighters David O’Callaghan and Kieran O’Callaghan from Schull Fire Brigade visited the Irish Countrywomen’s Association (ICA) in Goleen on Monday evening to deliver a talk on home fire safety.

The evening covered a range of important topics, including:

🏠 Preventing fires in the home

🚨 The importance of working smoke alarms and where to install them

🔋 Testing and maintaining smoke alarms

🔥 What to do if a fire breaks out

🧯 General fire safety and first aid advice

It was a great opportunity to share practical fire safety advice, answer questions and help everyone stay safe in their homes.

👏 A big thank you to the Goleen ICA for the warm welcome and for taking the time to learn more about fire safety!

🟠🌧️ STATUS ORANGE – RAIN WARNING FOR CORK 🌧️🟠⚠️ Met Éireann has issued a Status Orange Rain Warning for Cork as Storm Au...
21/10/2026

🟠🌧️ STATUS ORANGE – RAIN WARNING FOR CORK 🌧️🟠

⚠️ Met Éireann has issued a Status Orange Rain Warning for Cork as Storm Austen approaches.

📅 Thursday 22nd October – Friday 23rd October
⏰ Valid from 10pm Thursday until 5am Friday

Heavy and intense rainfall is expected, with the potential for significant disruption across the county.

⚠️ Possible impacts include:
🔸 Flooding in affected areas
🔸 Very difficult travelling conditions
🔸 Disruption and delays to public transport

🚒 Cork County Fire Service is urging members of the public to take extra care and follow these important safety precautions:

✅ Avoid unnecessary journeys where possible.
✅ Never attempt to drive or walk through floodwater.
✅ Be particularly cautious on roads prone to flooding.
✅ Secure loose outdoor items and ensure drains are clear where safe to do so.
✅ Keep up to date with the latest weather warnings and local travel information.
✅ Check in on elderly or vulnerable neighbours where safe.

⚠️ Remember: Never underestimate the dangers of floodwater. Turn around, don’t drown.

📲 Stay informed by following official updates from Met Éireann:

🔗 https://www.met.ie/warnings

🚒 In an emergency, dial 999 or 112.

Stay safe and please share this warning to help keep others informed.

🚨📱 TEST IT TUESDAY – THE SCROLL CHALLENGE! 📱🚨You’ve probably spent a few minutes scrolling through Facebook or Instagram...
20/10/2026

🚨📱 TEST IT TUESDAY – THE SCROLL CHALLENGE! 📱🚨

You’ve probably spent a few minutes scrolling through Facebook or Instagram today…

But have you taken a few seconds to test your smoke alarms? 🤔

Here’s your challenge for today:

📱 Put down your phone
👆 Press the TEST button on your smoke alarms
🏠 Make sure every alarm in your home is working
✅ Get back to scrolling!

A few seconds of your time could save your life. ❤️

🔴 Test it today. Test it every week.

🚒🔥 FIRE SAFETY DOESN'T END TODAY! 🔥🚒As Fire Safety Week 2026 comes to a close, Cork County Fire Service would like to th...
18/10/2026

🚒🔥 FIRE SAFETY DOESN'T END TODAY! 🔥🚒

As Fire Safety Week 2026 comes to a close, Cork County Fire Service would like to thank everyone who followed, liked, shared and engaged with our fire safety messages throughout the week.

This year's theme, “Know Your Room. Know the Risk. Know the Person.”, reminds us that fire safety starts with understanding the risks in our homes and looking out for those around us.

🏠 Remember the important messages:

🚨 Test your smoke alarms every week.

🔥 Be aware of fire hazards in every room of your home.

❤️ Look out for older relatives, neighbours and anyone who may need additional support.

🚪 Have a home fire escape plan and make sure everyone knows what to do.

📅 Make fire safety part of your everyday routine, not just something you think about during Fire Safety Week.

A safer home starts with you.

From all of us at Cork County Fire Service, thank you for helping us spread the fire safety message throughout our communities.

🏠 Know Your Room. Know the Risk. Know the Person.

🚒🔥 FIRE SAFETY WEEK 2026 🔥🚒👨‍🚒 Keeping the fire safety message going in Midleton!🚒 D/M Ken Healy and FF Michael Lynch fr...
18/10/2026

🚒🔥 FIRE SAFETY WEEK 2026 🔥🚒

👨‍🚒 Keeping the fire safety message going in Midleton!

🚒 D/M Ken Healy and FF Michael Lynch from Midleton Fire Brigade were at Midleton Co-op this morning, meeting members of the local community and sharing free home fire safety information and advice.

👏 A big thank you to Midleton Co-op for welcoming our crew and to everyone who stopped by for a chat!

🏠 Know Your Room. Know the Risk. Know the Person.

🚒🏠 YOUGHAL FIRE BRIGADE | HOME FIRE SAFETY VISITS 🔥As part of Fire Safety Week 2026, members of Youghal Fire Brigade wer...
18/10/2026

🚒🏠 YOUGHAL FIRE BRIGADE | HOME FIRE SAFETY VISITS 🔥

As part of Fire Safety Week 2026, members of Youghal Fire Brigade were out visiting homes in the local community, carrying out FREE Home Fire Safety Visits.

During these visits, our crew met with residents, offering practical advice and helping them identify potential fire risks in their homes.

🏠 What did our crew do during the visits?

✅ Checked smoke alarms.

✅ Fitted free smoke alarms where necessary.

✅ Identified potential fire risks around the home.

✅ Provided practical advice on electrical and charging safety.

✅ Discussed cooking safety.

✅ Helped residents plan their escape in case of fire.

These visits are a great opportunity for our crews to engage with members of the community, raise fire safety awareness and help make homes safer.

❤️ Your local Fire Service, working with the community to keep people safe.

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Fire & Building Control Department, County Hall Campus, Farranlea Road
Cork
T12R298

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+353214304077

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