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Tragic Incident in Waterford: Second Teen Dies in E-Scooter Crash

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Heartbreaking news from Waterford as a second teen loses life in a devastating e-scooter collision with a bus. #Waterford #E-Scooter

Tragedy struck in Waterford as a second teenager passed away after a fatal collision between an e-scooter and a bus in the early hours of the morning on the R680 Cork Road. The incident, which occurred around 1 am, claimed the lives of two young boys, shaking the community to its core. Gardaí are investigating the heartbreaking accident, urging for caution and safety on the roads. The second teen, following the first's passing at the scene, was rushed to Waterford University Hospital with severe injuries.

In a separate development, an Expressions of Interest (EOI) opportunity for Cost Rental Housing in Dungarvan has been extended to July 14, 2024, offering hope for affordable housing solutions in the region. With housing issues being a prevalent concern, this extension provides additional time for potential applicants to avail of this critical opportunity.

Gardaí continue to maintain a presence at the crash site on the Cork Road, indicating the severity and complexity of the incident. The community's support and caution on the roads during this period are vital to prevent further tragedies. Awareness of road safety and adherence to traffic regulations are crucial to avoid such devastating accidents.

This tragic event serves as a sobering reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of road safety precautions. As Waterford mourns the loss of these two young souls, the community is urged to come together in support and vigilance to prevent similar incidents from occurring. Let's strive for safer roads and a more secure environment for all. #Waterford #RoadSafety

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Second boy dies after e-scooter, bus crash in Waterford (RTE.ie)

A second boy has died following a collision between a bus and an e-scooter in Waterford in the early hours of this morning.

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Two teenagers killed in collision involving bus and electric scooter in ... (BreakingNews.ie)

The boy was travelling on an e-scooter on the R680 Cork Road in Waterford City shortly after 1am on Thursday when the incident occurred. Advertisement. The teen ...

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UPDATE: Teenager who died in Waterford e-scooter accident lived ... (Waterford News and Star)

Gardaí are currently at the scene of the fatal collision which occurred at approximately 1.10am on the R680 Cork Road in Waterford city. Waterford News & Star ...

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Second teenager dies after e-scooter crash with bus in Waterford ... (Independent.ie)

A second teenager has died in hospital after the crash between an e-scooter and a bus in which another youth was killed in Waterford city overnight.

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Second teen dies following bus and e-scooter crash in Waterford (Irish Examiner)

The incident happened shortly before 2.10am on the R680 Cork Road. One teenage boy who was travelling on the e-scooter was pronounced dead at the scene. Gardaí ...

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Second teenage boy dies from injuries after crash in Waterford (WLR FM)

A second male youth in his teens, who was also travelling on the e-scooter was taken to Waterford University Hospital with serious injuries.

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Date Extended : EOI for Cost Rental Housing, Dungarvan ... (Waterford City & County Council Latest News)

The closing date for Expressions of Interest for this scheme has been extended to 14th July 2024.

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Gardaí to remain at scene of crash in Waterford for 'hours' as ... (Limerick Leader)

Gardaí are currently at the scene of a road traffic collision on the Cork Road in Waterford city that occurred overnight.

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Teen killed following scooter accident in Waterford City (Waterford News and Star)

Gardaí are currently at the scene of a fatal road traffic collision involving a bus and an e-scooter which occurred at approximately 1.10am on Thursday, 27, ...

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Teenage boy dies after bus and electric scooter collide in Waterford ... (The Irish Times)

Second teenager is taken to hospital with serious injuries after incident on Cork Road early this morning.

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Second teenager dies following bus and e-scooter collision in ... (Echo Live)

Gardaí attended the scene of a fatal road traffic collision involving a bus and an e-scooter that occurred shortly before 2:10am today on the R680 ...

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Man taken to hospital in electric scooter collision in Waterford this ... (WLR FM)

Emergency services attended the scene of a road traffic collision involving an electric scooter in Waterford city late this afternoon.

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Waterford determined to put best foot forward (RTE.ie)

Beth Carton says Waterford are determined to take the positives from the last 12 months as they try to go one better than they did in 2023.

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Two teens killed in scooter crash in Waterford are named (The Irish Times)

Escooter collided with bus in crash on Cork Road on Thursday morning.

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Man hospitalised following e-scooter collision in Waterford city (Waterford News and Star)

A man has been taken to University Hospital Waterford following a road traffic collision involving an E-Scooter.

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Waterford e-scooter crash victims named as heartbreaking tributes ... (Irish Mirror)

Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr Jason Murphy, said the deaths of the boys is 'an awful tragedy'.

Plant Sensor Workshop in Central Library - Waterford City & County ... (Waterford City & County Council Latest News)

We have an exciting workshop coming up in Central library in partnership with Walton Institute (SETU), Europe Direct Waterford and LEAF.

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'The whole community is under a cloud': Teens killed in Waterford ... (Limerick Leader)

The Mayor of Waterford City and County says people across the Deise are still trying to comprehend the death of two teenage boys in a road crash earlier ...

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'It's just awful' - Teenagers killed in Waterford e-scooter crash are ... (Newstalk)

Gilbert Collins (15) and Abuzwa Idris (17) died in the crash between an e-scooter and a bus in Waterford city early on Thursday morning.

Mayor of Waterford opens Book of Condolence following tragic ... (Waterford City & County Council Latest News)

Waterford City & County Council's Mayor, Cllr. Jason Murphy (FF), has expressed deep sorrow to the families and friends of Gilbert Collins and Avu Idris,

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