Investigation underway following Kerry bridge collapse

An investigation is underway in Co Kerry after a bridge collapsed, causing a container to fall into the water, drowning a number of animals.

The incident happened before lunchtime at Lixnaw in north Kerry, when a truck carrying animals was travelling across the bridge at Ballinagar.

Gardaí and Kerry County Council officials are at the scene and attempts are being made to lift the vehicle.

There are weight restrictions on the bridge, which was inspected before Christmas.