It's understood two people have died in a plane crash in Co Wexford.
Gardai and emergency services have rushed to the scene of the light aircraft accident which occurred at Duncormick.
The Air Accident Investigation is to being an investigation into the tragic incident. The Irish Aviation Authority have been notified
A garda spokesman said: "Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of a light aircraft accident which occurred at Duncormick, Co Wexford at approximately 5.45pm this evening, Sunday 6 October 2019.
"Initial reports indicate that there are two casualties."
He added: "The Air Accident Investigation unit are travelling to the scene and the Irish Aviation Authority have been notified."
RTE reported that two people died and early reports indicate the plane "exploded, either on impact with the ground or shortly beforehand" on Sunday evening.
Speaking after the tragedy, New Ross Cllr Michael Sheehan said: “Our thoughts and prayers are with the casualties and their families and our thanks to the Emergency Services involved."
A road near the crash scene has been closed as investigators carry out work at the site.
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