The fire originated in the canteen of the facility, prompting a swift response from Gardaí, the Fire Brigade, and the Military Police.
Approximately 100 people were evacuated following a fire last night at a reception centre for international protection applicants located at Kilbride Military Camp.
The fire originated in the canteen of the facility, prompting a response from Gardaí, the Fire Brigade, and the Military Police.
In a statement, the Defence Forces confirmed: "The fire has been extinguished, and all international protection applicants and Defence Forces personnel are safe and accounted for. A damage assessment and investigation are currently underway."
The site has been secured overnight to facilitate an investigation into the cause of the fire.
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