The two deceased are understood to be a man and a woman, both aged in their 40s. Garda, Waterford Fire Brigade units and Health Service Executive (HSE) ambulances were immediately deployed to the scene. The road involved was closed to facilitate the work of the emergency services. Road safety groups including PARC have called for greater resources and recruitment for the Garda Road Policing Units. The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has also expressed concern at risky behaviour by Irish drivers.

Source: Irish Independent February 21, 2026 22:58 UTC