The blaze has since been brought under control.
A Garda investigation's underway into a fire a pub in Co. Westmeath overnight.
Emergency services attended the scene at Charlie's Bar and Bar One Racing in Athlone at around 5:30am.
The blaze has since been brought under control.
Anyone with information's asked to contact Athlone Garda Station.

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