"Two Hospitalised After Dublin City Centre Pub Fire"

Two Hospitalised After Fire at Dublin City Centre Pub

Dublin, Ireland — Two people were hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries following a fire at a pub in Dublin city centre on Tuesday morning, April 28, 2026. Emergency services responded to the blaze at a multi-storey premises on Eden Quay, near the Rosie Hackett Bridge, shortly after 6:30 a.m.

Emergency Response and Disruptions

Dublin Fire Brigade received multiple emergency calls at 6:39 a.m. Reporting the fire, which was located at the rear of the James Connolly pub. At its peak, seven fire engines, multiple breathing apparatus teams, and a water tower were deployed to the scene. Firefighters declared the blaze extinguished shortly before 8:30 a.m., though operations continued into the afternoon as crews worked to secure the upper floors of the building.

By 4:00 p.m., Dublin Fire Brigade confirmed that operations at the site had concluded, and control of the scene was handed back to Gardaí (Irish police). A spokesperson for the fire brigade stated, Operations have finished at the Eden Quay fire. At its height seven fire engines were in attendance with multiple breathing apparatus teams working to extinguish the fire.

The incident caused significant disruptions in the city centre. The Luas Green Line, Dublin’s light rail system, was partially suspended between St Stephen’s Green and Dominick Street, though services resumed later in the morning. Dublin Bus adjusted its northbound routes, relocating the G Spine stop on Eden Quay by approximately 100 metres to maintain service continuity. Traffic restrictions remained in place for several hours, with one lane on Eden Quay open to vehicles and an area near Marlborough Street cordoned off.

Investigation Underway

Gardaí confirmed that two individuals were transported to hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. A Garda spokesperson stated that inquiries are ongoing, though no further details have been released.

The James Connolly pub, a well-known establishment in the area, was the primary site of the fire. Emergency services, including three ambulances and seven fire engines from Tara Street and North Strand stations, remained on scene for much of the day to ensure the fire did not reignite.

Community Impact

The fire occurred in a busy part of Dublin’s city centre, near key transport links and cultural landmarks such as the Abbey Theatre. Local businesses and commuters experienced delays, though most services were restored by midday. A Dublin Bus spokesperson confirmed that a chief inspector was on site to assist passengers with temporary route adjustments.

While the immediate danger has passed, authorities continue to assess the structural integrity of the building and the extent of the damage. Residents and business owners in the area have been advised to remain cautious as investigations proceed.

Updates on the investigation will be provided by Gardaí and Dublin Fire Brigade as more information becomes available.