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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 9h

Aido is still with us through his work and immense legacy. Aido's son Paul joined DFB in 2024 and is proudly following in his father's footsteps.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 9h

Today marks 7 years since the passing of S/O Adrian O'Grady and he is still very much in our thoughts. Aido thought of his fire brigade family and those in the emergency services when he became the driving force behind our peer counselling service "CISM"

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

🧡 There are some wonderful prizes to be won, & the lucky winners will be invited to a special ceremony in November. Full details about the competition have been sent to each primary school in Dublin city and county. #SmokeAlarmsSaveLives #STOPFIRE #26FSW

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

🎨 Our Primary School Children’s Art Competition is now OPEN! 🖍️✨ This year’s theme is “Know your Room, Know the Risk” 🔥🚒 We can’t wait to see how all the children bring it to life with creativity and colour! 🧯

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

and the strict penalties for their misuse.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Yesterday, our Chief Fire Officer Greg O'Dwyer welcomed Minister for Justice Jim O'Callaghan along with the NSPCA and An Gardaí Síochána to our training centre to launch this years nationwide awareness campaign to warn against the serious dangers posed by illegal fireworks

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Fireworks are not only extremely dangerous, they are illegal.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

Today marks the 90th anniversary of the deaths of three Dublin firefighters and a new memorial was unveiled to honour them. Firemen Peter McArdle, Thomas Nugent and Robert Malone lost their lives following an explosion at the Exide Batteries factory at 163-164 Pearse Street in 1936.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Firefighter/Paramedics from Dolphins Barn gained entry to a commercial premises to extinguish a fire last night.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Class 2/2026 passed out from our training centre in Marino yesterday. 38 recruit firefighters for Dublin Fire Brigade and Limerick Fire & Rescue held their passout parade and the Silver Axe award for best recruit went to R/FF Sophie Thompson.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

A very special thanks to all involved in the training of our recruits and congratulations to Class 2/2026. Special thanks Badge 25 Rian and his family for attending, our recruit class got to present them with a special trip to Lapland thanks to our good friends in Oscar's Kids who also attended.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today, our #DFBRecruits had their passing out ceremony in our training centre. They demonstrated their skills they have learnt over the past few months for their families and friends and did themselves proud.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Class 2/2026 on parade. You can watch the ceremony live on Facebook and TikTok.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Malahide Road, Swords A falling tree took down power lines which then landed on a car. ⚡ Power is out in the area 🛣️ The road is fully closed We've requested the assistance of ESB Networks and Gardaí

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Firefighter/Paramedics from Rathfarnham, Donnybrook and Dolphins Barn responded to a fire in an underground car park yesterday. A Senior Officer also attended the scene.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

In the early hours of yesterday morning, Firefighter/Paramedics from Tallaght were dispatched to this car fire by our control centre. The fire was extinguished shortly after arrival.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Many thanks to our volunteers who took the time to shake buckets, show off the truck and ensure the day ran smoothly.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

A big thank you to everyone who came along and supported our Marathon Runners and Oscars Kids yesterday. Special thanks to Firefighter/Paramedic Craig Byrne and Brendan from Dash for putting it all together.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Reports of surface water on major roads across the city this morning following heavy rainfall. Slow down and drive to the conditions. Wipers on - lights on.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We are attending a road traffic collision on the N7 Eastbound just before the M50 interchange. Slow down on approach, expect delays.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We are attending an incident on the M50 between J11 Tallaght and J10 Ballymount Northbound. Slow down on approach.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Whether you fancy a run, walk, coffee or just a look around the fire engine with the kids, please join us this Saturday at Dash Coffee. We will be kicking things off at 10am and by joining us, you will be supporting a great cause. P.S we have loads of DFB goodies

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

His absence is still deeply felt across the brigade. As we remember David today, our thoughts remain with his family, loved ones, and many friends across DFB. Always remembered, deeply missed, and forever part of the Dublin Fire Brigade family.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

David was a dedicated and valued member of Dublin Fire Brigade. Beyond his bravery and commitment to serving the public, he brought a warmth, good humour, and dependability to the station that made a lasting impact on everyone who worked alongside him.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Today marks one year since the loss of our colleague and friend, Firefighter/Paramedic David Stafford.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Firefighters attended the Exo Building as part of their tall and complex buildings training Special thanks to the team at the Exo building for facilitating our visit, pre fire planning helps save time in the event of an emergency.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

P.S we have loads of DFB goodies for the kids and some fire safety tips to keep you safe.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Firefighter/Paramedics from Dun Laoghaire responded to an unattended camp fire on Killiney hill this morning. These fires have the potential to spread quickly.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Double rainbow spotted over pur Training Centre this morning. Our #DFBRecruits have entered their final week of training before they move on to their Paramedic Studies.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Firefighter/Paramedics from Finglas Station were delayed because of poor parking when responding to a fire call this evening. Before parking up, please ask yourself, is there space for an emergency vehicle to get by.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Firefighters from Dolphins Barn responded to stock pile on fire on Monday night. #DidYouKnow you can report illegal dumping to your local authority

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Need to get rid of an old car? You can donate an end of life car to us for road traffic collision training. We'll collect for free (Dublin area) and issue the appropriate certificate

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

📅Saturday 26th of September. 🕘10am 📍D07 V663 🚒We will have a fire engine and uniforms for the kids to try on as well as plenty of DFB goodies.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

8 of our personnel will be running the Dublin Marathon this year in aid of our good friends Oscar's Kids Ireland As part of their fundraising efforts we have teamed up with Dash who are kindly supporting and running a 5km run or 2.5km walk. We would love to see you all there!

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

The Dutch reach, a way to open your car door & check for cyclists, runners, pedestrians. Reach with your furthest arm when you go to open your car door. Your head will turn and you can hopefully see any oncoming people.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Firefighter/Paramedics from Dolphins Barn responded to a cyclist who was struck by a vehicles door yesterday.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Firefighter/Paramedics from Dolphins Barn responded to a fire on a balcony caused by a firework last night.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

We need your help! Our good friends in Oscars Kids are trying to fit out a house for a very special member. They are looking for electrical appliances, flooring and furniture. If you think you can help, send us a message and we will help organise.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Members of our Swiftwater Rescue Technician team were delighted to provide rescue cover at this years Liffey Descent. Many thanks to Canoeing Ireland for all their work in organising the event.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

#DidYouKnow ROSC (Return of Spontaneous Circulation) rates in Ireland are higher than ever before. #CFRIreland #anycprbeatsnocpr

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

We are delighted to be attending this years RESPOND - The National First Responder Conference event in Mullingar. D/O Martin O'Reilly was part of a panel interview earlier this morning and the event is being attended by Firefighter/Advanced Paramedics Stephen White and Paul Cahill.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Assessment day in our Training Centre today for our #DFBRecruits.. The recruits were put through a number of different scenarios such as fault finding, securing and delivering water safely to firefighters

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

No need for AI for this one. We had a look through our archives, and this is what we looked like in the 80s #vintage #80sTrend

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

The Lutrellstown Road is closed whilst Firefighter/Paramedics and Advanced Paramedics respond to a road traffic collision. Please use an alternative route.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

We are at a road traffic collision at the junction of Walkinstown Road and Long Mile Road at the Halfway House. Traffic restrictions are in place.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We will have a fire engine and uniforms for the kids to try on as well as plenty of DFB goodies.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

8 of our personnel will be running the Dublin Marathon this year in aid of our good friends Oscars Kids. As part of their fundraising efforts we have teamed up with Dash who are kindly supporting and running a 5km run or 2.5km walk. We would love to see you all there on Saturday 26th of September.

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Dublin Fire Brigade @dubfirebrigade.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

As part of their pump course our #DFBRecruits have being putting theory into practice. They visited the River Liffey where they supplied water to one of our 42 metre turntable ladders. They learnt the importance of securing a good water supply and how to create a water tower.

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