A man, a woman and two children have died, and two other children are critically injured in hospital following a fire in Waterford City shortly after 5am on Tuesday, police in Ireland have said.
Police update on fatalities
Police have issued a major update confirming the deaths. The fire broke out in a residential property in Waterford City, and emergency services attended the scene.
The two surviving children are being treated in hospital for critical injuries. The identities of the deceased have not yet been released.
Ongoing investigation
The cause of the fire is under investigation by authorities. Further updates are expected as the inquiry continues.
