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We are deeply saddened to hear Abigail has passed away. Abigail joined D Watch in November for her induction to Oscar District. Our thoughts are with her family and friends at this sad time.

Using the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG), they identified hazardous substances, communicated vital information to the ECO and Incident Commander, and determined the appropriate emergency response.

#DFBRecruits Tuesday 21st July Our recruits took part in decontamination and incident command training before putting their skills into practice through realistic hazardous materials scenarios.

The Fonthill Road was closed earlier today as Firefighter/Paramedics and Advanced Paramedics responded to a road traffic collision. The road has since reopened but traffic may still be heavy in the area.

Firefighter/Paramedics from Tallaght Fire Station are attending an area of grass on fire close to Newlands Cross Cemetery. Smoke may be visible in the area.

We recently responded to a domestic fire where an electrical appliance caught fire when it was left on a hob. Always keep cooking surfaces clear, even when not in use as they can be turned in easily.

Lectures on Hazardous Materials, Chemical Protective PPE, Hazmat Classifications and Information Retrieval Practical demonstrations and workshops on Communciations, Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG), Hazard Identification Board (HIB) and Decontamination

#DFBRecruits Monday 20th July Group one have moved onto their Hazardous Materials Course This is a 5 day course following on from their Breathing Apparatus / CFBT Course

#Glencullen Co. Dublin Firefighting operations are continuing at the gorse #wildfire on the Dublin mountains at Glencullen. High winds are driving smoke across a wide area and limiting visibility on roads. The smoke has travelled as far as the #M50. We are asking residents to close all windows

On Friday evening, our Kilbarrack crew responded to three vehicles on fire in #Santry. The fire was extinguished shortly after arrival and further spread was prevented.

Earlier this morning, Firefighter/Paramedics and Advanced Paramedics responded to a domestic fire in Donnybrook. One person was rescued by a breathing apparatus crew.

We received multiple calls for gorse on fire in the Dublin Mountains. Our Rathfarnham crew are now in attendance on the Ballybrack Road opposite Walshes Lane. Smoke is blowing over Johnny Foxes area.

#DFBRecruits Friday 17th July Hi-Expansion Foam exercise Case Study End of course evaluations and assessment results

Embers should be fully extinguished before disposing of the BBQ.

Disposable BBQ's should only be used in suitable areas. They should not be used on Balcony's or wooden surfaces. If you plan on bringing one with you on a day trip, they should only be used in designated areas. Keep a bucket of water close by, and ensure you clean up after yourself.

#DFBRecruits Thursday 16th July Exam followed by an extended search and rescue exercise Case study Live fire exercise with multiple casualties and evacuation procedures

Our Tallaght crew responded to bushes on fire earlier this morning. A high pressure hose reel was used to extinguish the fire and a general purpose ladder was used to reach it.

Thanks to Governor Tracey and Jimmy Byrne from the Irish Prison Service in Wheatfield who recently donated flowers to brighten up Tallaght Fire Station.

Firefighters from Kilbarrack making their way on foot for a gorse fire on the "bog of frogs loop" near Baily Lighthouse in Howth this morning.

Many thanks to Cherry Orchard Football Club for their assistance and hospitality this morning whilst Firefighter/Paramedics from Tallaght Fire Station extinguished a wildland fire beside their grounds.