Two units of Dublin Fire Brigade are attending the scene
The former Crown Paints factory on Malahide Road in Coolock is now blocked with large concrete barriers. Photograph: Dara Mac Dónaill / The Irish Times
A number of videos were posted on social media showing flames coming from the building with protesters outside cheering. The site has been the scene of violence and unrest over plans to house international protection applicants in the former warehouse.
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