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Two children among four dead after Waterford house fire

Two children among four dead after Waterford house fire

Summary

Four people, including two children, died in a house fire in Waterford city, Ireland. Two other children were seriously injured and are in hospital. The fire happened early Tuesday morning in a two-story house on Birchwood Avenue.

Key Facts

  • The fire was reported at 5:13 a.m. local time on Tuesday.
  • Firefighters found a large fire when they arrived and rescued several people.
  • Four deaths were confirmed: a man, a woman, and two children.
  • Two other children are critically injured and being treated in hospital.
  • The incident took place in a housing estate about 3 km from Waterford city center.
  • Irish police and fire services are investigating the cause of the fire.
  • Local leaders expressed sympathy and asked people not to spread unconfirmed information.
  • A support center was opened at Butler Community Centre for those affected by the fire.
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