Two children are being treated in hospital and are reported to be in stable condition after an overnight house fire in Dublin 8.
Emergency services responded to the blaze at a property in Clanbrassil Close shortly after 2.20am on Tuesday.
Gardaí have launched an investigation into suspected criminal damage by fire.
A total of seven people, including five adults and two children, were brought to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.
According to Dublin Fire Brigade, firefighters arrived at the scene within minutes and found the house already extensively damaged by flames. Crews immediately began tackling the fire and carrying out rescue operations.
Several occupants managed to escape through a rear bedroom window, while others, including children, were assisted from the building through the front entrance.
Three people received treatment at the scene before being taken to hospital. The two children who remain hospitalised are understood to be in a stable condition.
A spokesperson for An Garda Síochána said investigations are continuing to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Dublin Fire Brigade deployed five units and a senior officer to the scene. Fire crews remained in attendance until the operation concluded shortly before 6am.
