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A young rally driver died in a tragic February 2022 crash during the Killarney Forestry Rally, when his car flipped into a flooded stream under brutal weather. The inquest revealed critical failures: delayed emergency response, no pre-agreed air ambulance landing zone, and shattered communication — including a rescuer running for cell service. The coroner issued 16 sweeping safety recommendations covering everything from mobile coverage mapping to control room protocols and family liaison roles. While Motorsport Ireland admits some steps are already underway, they also highlight new tracking tech advancements. The verdict? Accidental death due to drowning-related cardiac arrest. The goal now? Prevent future tragedies by tightening every safety seam across the sport.

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