One person has been killed and another seriously injured on Cork's roads this afternoon.

The HSE claims the recent introduction of advanced radio and communication technology has greatly enhanced the quality of the East Cork ambulance service.

Sports stars Ronan O’Gara and Graham Canty will be caught up in the drama this weekend as one of the largest ever emergency services showcases in Ireland is staged.

The Irish Red Cross has estimated that it has raised over €300,000 so far for its flood relief operations.

Garda cars in two districts are to carry life-saving equipment in a 12-month pilot project.