The collision, involving a lorry, a bus and a car, occurred at approximately 6.30am.
The male driver of the lorry (aged his 40’s) and the male driver of the bus (aged in his 50’s) were pronounced dead at the scene.
The female driver of the car (aged in her 40’s) was brought to Beaumont Hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
The female passenger of the car (aged in her teens) was initially conveyed to our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, and transferred to Temple Street Children’s Hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
A number of people have also been taken to hospital to be treated for injuries believed to be non-life-threatening at this time.
The R132 is currently closed pending technical examination by Garda Forensic Collision Investigators, with local diversions in place.
Bus Eireann has confirmed one of its Route 101 services was involved.
Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this collision to contact them.
