Gardaí investigate early morning fire at Dundalk McDonald’s
By Jason Newman
Published 9th Mar 2026, 11:01 BST
No injuries were reported and Gardai say investigations are ongoing.
Gardaí are investigating a fire at McDonald’s at Stapleton Drive which occurred shortly after 5:30am this morning (Monday 9th March).
Units from Dundalk Fire Service attended the scene and the area was sealed off for a time with motorists asked to avoid the area.
The fire was extinguished by the fire services.
No injuries were reported and Gardai say investigations are ongoing.
A Garda spokesperson said:
“Gardaí are investigating a fire at a commercial premises at Stapleton Drive, Dundalk, Co Louth, which occurred shortly after 5:30am on 9th March 2026.
“The fire was extinguished by the fire services.
“No injuries were reported.
“Investigations ongoing.”