An Irish mountain rescue volunteer has died during a training exercise in Wales.

Tributes are being paid to 43 year old Kevin Hallahan, a married father who lost his life in Snowdonia yesterday morning.

The Dublin-Wicklow Mountain Rescue Team has issued a statement online saying it's members are deeply shocked, following the tragic loss of a dear friend and teammate.

The Department of Foreign Affairs has offered assistance to Mr Hallahan's family.