Man killed in workplace accident in Donegal following 'explosion'

A man has been killed in a workplace accident following an 'apparent explosion' in Donegal this afternoon.

Donegal Live is reporting that the accident is understood to have happened in the vicinity of Cnoc Fola, near Bunbeg, with the man who lost his life understood to be operating a digger at the time.

Gardaí are currently at the scene of what is described as an explosion at a location on the outskirts of Bunbeg, Co. Donegal this afternoon Monday.

The surrounding area has been evacuated and the Irish Defence Forces Explosive Ordnance Disposal has been requested.

The road is currently closed and local diversions are in place. The Health and Safety Authority have been notified.

National Ambulance Service and Donegal Fire Brigade are also in attendance at the scene of the incident.