'Truly overwhelmed' - Kildare business vows to bounce back after devastating fire

A County Kildare business has vowed to bounce back after a devastating fire badly damaged its site.

The announcement follows after a major fire broke out at Sarsfields GAA club in Newbridge. The blaze was situated at the back of the busy club's sauna facilities in Rickardstown. 

Emergency services, including Kildare Fire Service, rushed to the scene and extinguished the flames.

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No injuries were reported in relation to the incident.

Speaking on the distressing scenes, Saunas4U said: "Yesterday evening, our sauna facilities were sadly destroyed by fire.

"While this is a very difficult time for us, we want to take a moment to thank everyone who has reached out with messages of support.

"We have been truly overwhelmed by the kindness shown to us; from fellow sauna businesses, loyal sauna users, and members of the wider community."

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'NO MESSAGE HAS GONE UNNOTICED'

Saunas4U continued: "The volume of messages has been incredible; while we may not be able to reply to every single one, please know that no message has gone unnoticed and we appreciate every single one."

"Most importantly, we are just thankful that no one was hurt and that the fire did not spread further or cause additional damage.

"While this is undoubtedly a tough blow, the support we have received reminds us why this community is so special."

Saunas4U also asserted that the blaze did not mark the end of the business — "With the support around us, we hope to come back bigger and better than ever," Saunas4U added.

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'HEARTFELT WISHES'

Moreover, a popular group on Facebook which centres on Newbridge-related events and activities extended well wishes to Saunas4U.

Newbridge Co. Kildare Residents Community Forum said: "All of the admins would like to send our sincere, heartfelt wishes to the team at Saunas4u after the fire at their premises this evening.

"Our business promotion, March Madness, doesn’t only cover participants, but all businesses in Newbridge, and we are so sorry for your loss of premises."

The group added: "Hopefully you will come back bigger and better from this."

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