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Fire Brigades are situated at 6 retained stations throughout Kildare - at Newbridge, Naas, Athy, Maynooth, Monasterevin and Leixlip. Headquarters are located at the Central Fire Station in Newbridge. Kildare Fire Service is a service provided by Kildare County Council, and you can see the applicable comment policy at this webpage http://kildare.ie/countycouncil/SocialMedia/

31/10/2026

Unfortunately, last night (Friday), one of our crews was the subject of antisocial behaviour. A number of stones, rocks, and other projectiles were thrown at the crew and the fire appliance, resulting in an injury to one of our staff and a Smashed Window. This damage to the fire appliance will mean it will need to come out of service for repairs.

This is not just damage to a fire engine. This is an attack on the very people who are there to protect our communities.

Our firefighters respond to emergencies calls to protect lives, homes and property within the commuties of County Kildare and should never have to fear for their own safety while doing so.

When a fire appliance is attacked, Crews may be forced to withdraw from an incident to protect themselves.

We ask communites to consider that the next emergency call could be to your home, your family or someone you love.

As we prepare for what is traditionally one of the busiest nights of the year for our fire crews, we are appealing to everyone across County Kildare to enjoy Halloween safely and responsibly.

We know that the overwhelming majority of people in our communities respect and support our firefighters, and we are grateful for that continued support. Sadly, the reckless actions of a small minority can have serious consequences for everyone.

To parents, guardians and young people – please be mindful of the dangers associated with bonfires, fireworks and anti-social behaviour. What might seem like a moment of fun can have life-changing consequences.

All we ask is that you allow them to do their jobs safely and return home to their families at the end of the call.

Follow the Link Below to Listen to the KFM Interview with Chief Fire Officer Niall O'Riordan on the challenges we face on Halloween Night.

https://www.kfmradio.com/news/localnews/kildare-firefighters-used-as-target-practice-with-stones-and-fireworks-in-recent-times/

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30/10/2026

Ó Dhul Isteach go dtí Tarrtháil

Comhghairdeas mór le SO Robbie Morris agus leis na Fo-Oifigigh JP McDonagh agus Seanie Bradley, a chríochnaigh oiliúint speisialtóra go rathúil chun a bheith ina dTeagascóirí i réimse na Spásanna Teoranta. Tógann an oiliúint seo ar an obair a rinne siad cheana le Outreach Rescue i dTuaisceart na Breataine Bige.

Is céim thábhachtach chun tosaigh í seo maidir le forbairt a dhéanamh ar ár gcumas speisialtóra, agus chun scileanna agus eolas laistigh de Sheirbhís Dóiteáin Chill Dara a neartú.

Ós rud é go bhfuil réimse leathan saoráidí talmhaíochta, seirbhísí uisce agus áiseanna tionsclaíocha i gContae Chill Dara, tá sé ríthábhachtach go mbeadh an cumas ann freagairt go sábháilte d’éigeandálaí a bhaineann le spásanna teoranta.

Ó shílónna feirme agus umair shlaoda go bonneagar uisce, seomraí faoi thalamh agus suiteálacha tionsclaíocha – cruthaíonn na timpeallachtaí seo dúshláin ar leith a d’fhéadfadh a bheith ina mbaol don bheatha.

Is ionann infheistíocht a dhéanamh san oiliúint seo agus infheistíocht dhíreach a dhéanamh i sábháilteacht ár bpobal, ár dtionscal agus ár gcomhraiceoirí dóiteáin.

Ba mhaith linn comhghairdeas a dhéanamh freisin lenár gcomhghleacaithe i Seirbhís Dóiteáin Phort Láirge, a d’éirigh go hiontach leo ina gcuid oiliúna chomh maith. Deis den scoth a bhí ann chun eolas agus taithí a roinnt, agus chun na caidrimh oibre idir an dá sheirbhís a neartú.

Maith sibh go léir a ghlac páirt, agus buíochas le Outreach Rescue as a saineolas agus as an oiliúint den scoth a chuir siad ar fáil.

Thíos tá alt iontach faoin oiliúint seo, scríofa ag an Teagascóir Jim Catton

Kildare County Council
Fire Safety Ireland

30/10/2026

From Entry to Rescue

A huge congratulations to SO Robbie Morris and Sub Officers JP McDonagh and Seanie Bradley who have successfully completed specialist training to become Confined Space Instructors, building on their training with Outreach Rescue in North Wales.

This is another important step forward in developing our specialist capabilities and strengthening the skills and knowledge within Kildare Fire Service.

With County Kildare home to a diverse range of agricultural, water services and industrial facilities, the ability to safely respond to confined space emergencies is vital.

From farm silos and slurry tanks to water infrastructure, underground chambers and industrial installations, these environments present unique and potentially life-threatening challenges.

Investing in training in this area directly translates to investing in the safety of our communities, our industries and our firefighters.

We would also like to extend our congratulations to our colleagues in Waterford Fire Service, who were equally successful in their training. It was a fantastic opportunity to share knowledge, experience and strengthen the working relationships between our two services.

Well done to everyone involved, and thank you to Outreach Rescue for their expertise and excellent training.

Below is a fantastic Article about the Training by Jim Catton, Instructor.

https://www.outreachrescue.com/news/from-entry-to-rescue-inside-a-week-of-fire-service-confined-space-training.html

Kildare County Council
Fire Safety Ireland

15/10/2026

🍳Keep an eye on your cooking, especially when frying or grilling.🍳

Many Accidental Fires in the home start when you become distracted when cooking or Leave the Kitchen unattended.

We at Kildare Fire Service are reminding you to stay alert and stay safe whenever you’re cooking

👩🏻‍🍳 Keep tea towels and cloths away from the cooker and hob.
🥘Turn saucepan handles in so they can't be knocked.
💃Take care with loose clothing.
🚸Avoid leaving children alone in the kitchen and keep matches out of their reach.
🎛Double-check the cooker is off when you've finished.

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James Browne TD
Kildare Civil Defence

15/10/2026

🔥"Know the Risks, Know the Room" 🔥

To End this years theme of National Fire Safety Week "Know the Risks, Know the Room, Know the Person" we are delighted to Invite you and your family to come and meet our Maynooth Fire Crew this Saturday the 17th of October between 10am and 4pm to find out more about fire safety and how you can keep you and your family safe from fire at home.

👩‍🚒🧯🚒Throughout the day there will be live demonstrations, talks and activities for all to learn from and enjoy.👩‍🚒🧯🚒

👀 We look forward to seeing you there. 👀

Kildare County Council
Kildare Library Service
Kildare Civil Defence
Fire Safety Ireland
Kfm Radio Kildare
James Browne TD

15/10/2026

🔥 Fire Safety Week 2026: Learning from the Past to Protect the Future 🔥

As part of this year’s Fire Safety Week, we’ll be taking a look back at decades of fire safety campaigns and revisiting some of the messages and advice that helped shape the future of fire safety awareness across Ireland.

While times have changed, many of the fire risks identified years gone by remain among the most common causes of fire today.

The advice to prevent them is just as relevant:
Recognise hazards, practise good fire safety habits, and take action before a fire occurs.

🚒 Learn from the past.
🏠 Act in the present.
✅ Stay safe for the future.

13/10/2026

🚨Test it Tuesday🚨

Ensure your smoke alarm works well by:

1. Testing it every Tuesday
2. Changing the battery when needed and never borrow batteries.
3. Cleaning the casing every six months.
4. Replacing the alarm every ten years.

Kildare County Council
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James Browne TD

13/10/2026

📢📢TEST IT TUESDAY 📢📢

Smoke Alarms help detect a fire before it spreads.

Once a week, set aside 2 minutes of your Tuesday to test your smoke alarm by pushing and holding the test button until it activates. Check the Expiry date, dust off and replace the batteries if needed.

Smoke Alarms should be fitted at the highest point and as close to the centre of the ceiling as possible

TÁSTÁIL TF DÉ MÁIRT

Cuidíonn Aláraim Deataigh le tine a bhrath sula scaipeann sé.

Uair sa tseachtain, cuir 2 nóiméad de do Mháirt ar leataobh chun d’aláram deataigh a thástáil tríd an gcnaipe tástála a bhrú agus a shealbhú go dtí go ngníomhóidh sé. Seiceáil an dáta éaga, deannach amach agus athchuir na cadhnraí más gá.

Ba cheart Aláraim Dheataigh a fheistiú ag an bpointe is airde agus chomh gar agus is féidir do lár an uasteorainn.

Kildare County Council
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12/10/2026

Seachtain na Sábháilteachta Dóiteáin 2026

Aithin do Sheomra, Aithin an Riosca, Aithin an Duine

Baineann téama na bliana seo le daoine sa phobal a chumhachtú chun aire a thabhairt dóibh féin agus do dhaoine eile. Bíonn rioscaí dóiteáin éagsúla ag baint le gach seomra.

Trí thuiscint a fháil ar do thimpeallacht, guaiseacha féideartha a aithint, agus eolas a bheith agat ar an mbealach éalaithe is gaire duit, is féidir leat cabhrú le tinte a chosc agus tú féin agus daoine eile a chosaint. Tóg an t-am chun breathnú thart, na rioscaí a aithint, agus fanacht ullamh.

Cuirtear tús le sábháilteacht dóiteáin trí fheasacht.

Kildare County Council
Kildare Library Service
Kildare Civil Defence
Kfm Radio Kildare
Fire Safety Ireland
Kildare LGFA
Kildare GAA

James Browne TD

12/10/2026

Fire Safety Week 2026

Know your Room, Know the Risk, Know the Person

This year’s theme is about empowering people in the community to look after themselves and others. Every room presents different fire risks.

By understanding your surroundings, identifying potential hazards, and knowing your nearest escape route, you can help prevent fires and protect yourself and others. Take time to look around, spot the risks, and stay prepared.

Fire safety starts with awareness.

Kildare County Council
Kildare Library Service
Kildare Civil Defence
Kfm Radio Kildare
Fire Safety Ireland
Kildare LGFA
Kildare GAA

James Browne TD

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Central Fire Station
Newbridge
W12PW70

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https://kildarecoco.ie/AllServices/FireService/

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