Previously, the Army's elite Ranger Wing has conducted training at the same location.
The Defence Forces conducted a training exercise at Whitewater Shopping Centre in Newbridge last night.
The army issued a notice on social media saying it was a "readiness" exercise.
Previously, the Army's elite Ranger Wing has conducted training at the same location.

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