A teenager is in a critical condition after falling in the snow in County Cork yesterday.
The 19-year-old was out walking with his father in the Mayfield area of the city at about 3pm - before the Red Alert kicked in.
He is understood to have landed awkwardly on his neck and was rushed to Cork University Hospital for treatment.
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He is reported to have suffered what is described as a serious, life-changing neck injury. His condition is believed to be critical.
The man’s father was also taken to hospital. He is expected to make a full recovery.