A man, a woman and two children have died in a house fire in Birchwood, Waterford City, Gardaí have confirmed. 

Two other children have been taken to hospital, where they are being treated for critical injuries. 

 

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The fire broke out at five in the morning and Gardaí remain at the scene, along with other emergency services.

Waterford Garda Station has appointed a senior investigating officer to the case and have asked for anyone with any information to contact them.

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