Oliver plunkett street evacuated due to gas leak

Oliver Plunkett Street is currently being evacuated, due to a suspected gas leak.

Emergency services are on the scene, with both gardaí and the fire service attempting to locate the source of the leak.

"There's a really strong smell of gas right along the street," said one local business person.

Customers were asked to leave businesses and cafes as a safety measure.

The closure represents a serious blow to businesses on what was set to be one of Mullingar's busiest shopping days of Christmas, with the Mullingar Christmas Market underway, and free parking in council carparks.