Dublin Whiskey Fire

This article discusses the Dublin whiskey fire, which occurred on June 18, 1875, in the Liberties area of Dublin. The fire itself lasted one night, causing significant damage, with whiskey spilling through the streets and resulting in 13 fatalities from alcohol poisoning. The article highlights the unusual circumstances of the fire, where people drank the potent whiskey that flowed through the streets after casks exploded, leading to the deaths, while none were caused by direct contact with the fire.
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