Local politicians have been expressing their shock following a fire at a premises in Longford Town.
The fire broke out shortly on Grafton Court before 1:30 AM this morning.
Fire services attended the scene and residents from neighbouring apartment blocks were evacuated safely.
No injuries were reported.
Speaking in the aftermath of the incident, Deputy Micheál Carrigy thanked the local fire services for their speedy intervention:
Meanwhile, local councillor Gerry Warnock hopes that the affected businesses will be able to get back up and running in the coming weeks and months: