Irish police have declared a ‘serious incident’ in Co Donegal amid reports that a man has died following an explosion.
It happened on the outskirts of Bunbeg village, which is around 5km from Gweedore in the west of the county, on Monday afternoon.
The area has been evacuated as emergency services attend the scene and several local roads have been closed with diversions in place.
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An Garda Siochana along with the National Ambulance Service and Donegal Fire Brigade are also in attendance, while the Health and Safety Authority have been notified.
State broadcaster RTE is reporting that one man has died. He has been named locally as a 43-year-old married father of one from the area.
Gardai say they are not in a position to confirm any casualties at this time and no further information is currently available.
A spokesperson said: “Gardai are currently at the scene of an explosion at a location on the outskirts of Bunbeg, Co. Donegal this afternoon Monday, 29th May 2023.
“An Garda Síochána has evacuated the surrounding area and the Irish Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal has been requested.
“The road is currently closed and local diversions are in place.
“The Health and Safety Authority have been notified.
“National Ambulance Service and Donegal Fire Brigade are also in attendance at the scene of the incident.
“An Garda Síochána is not in a position to confirm any casualties at this time.
“No further information is available at this time. Updates will be provided when appropriate.”
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