There is local advice for keeping people and home safe as fire safety week is underway.
Monaghan Fire and Rescue is warning that fire safety starts with you.
The public is being advised to take actions such as to spot and remove fire hazards around the house, keep escape routes clear and easy to access and to test smoke alarms.
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Other tips include, talking to loved ones about being fire aware and to know where the nearest phone is to call emergency services
Fire safety week is taking place from the 13th to 19th of October.
