Investigation launched: Rathmines fire claims the life of one man

Gardaí can confirm that one man has died following a house fire on Grove Road, Rathmines Dublin 6.

The fire was reported to emergency services at approximately 8am this morning.

Three people were taken to St James' Hospital from the scene and one man was subsequently pronounced dead.

While Gardaí have no further details on the deceased at this time, they can confirm that the other two people remain in hospital and are understood not to be seriously injured.

Grove Road remains closed and diversions are in place in the area.