A support hub is now open in Butler Community Centre, St. John’s Park for those impacted by the fire in Birchwood this morning.

Waterford City and County Council have advised that refreshments and access to facilities will be available for those who wish to avail of them.

Gardaí and emergency services remain at the scene of a fire at a residence in the Birchwood area of Waterford city, this morning October 13th at approximately 5am.

Investigations are ongoing and Gardaí have advised they are limited in how much they can comment, based on this being an evolving incident.

Due to the sensitive nature of the incident, reporting is limited, however Gardaí are expected to confirm a number of fatalities resulting from the fire.

However, it is now understood that at least one adult male and three minors are among the reported fatalities.

Two children, one of which is a teenager and one a young child are to be transferred to Crumlin Children’s Hospital from University Hospital Waterford for treatment of significant injuries.

More as we have it.