Traffic chaos as vehicle on fire on Dublin's M50 causes delays amid ‘avoid area' alert over protest on busy motorway

The Irish Sun

a day ago

COMMUTERS on Dublin's M50 motorway this morning were warned they would face delays following a vehicle fire on the busy route.
And those planning to travel on the M7 have been warned to "avoid the area" due to a protest taking place in the area.
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M50 is currently experiencing traffic delays due to a vehicle on fire
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Bus Eireann cancelled three services
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Transport Infrastructure Ireland reported that a vehicle was on fire on the M50 northbound between J11 Tallaght and J10 Ballymount, affecting Lane 1 and Slip 1.
Motorists are urged to drive with "caution and reduce speed" when approaching the hazard area and they are warned that the smoke from the fire is "affecting visibility".
Transport Infrastructure Ireland also reported that a protest is taking place on the M7 Eastbound between J04 (Rathcoole) and J01, which is the connection between the M50 and the N7.
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They are asked to "avoid the area" and plan an alternative route if possible to minimise the traffic flow on the busy Irish roads during the morning rush.
Meanwhile, there is currently congestion on the M50 Southbound between J3 and J13 Dundrum.
Traffic chiefs said: "Some delays to your journey may occur. When approaching the congestion location, reduce your speed and drive with caution."
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Outside the capital, the traffic is relatively light with no reported congestion or traffic flow disruption.
The tunnels will be out of operation from 9pm to 4am during the night, it will reopen during the day to accommodate everyday traffic.
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This impacts the following service:
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Route 343: 07:20 Limerick to Shannon Airport - Cancelled
A spokesperson said: "Bus Eireann wish to apologise to passengers for any inconvenience."
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The 06:20 Portlaoise to Heuston service was delayed in Portlaoise due to a technical issue on the train.
In an update, the service departed the station 21 minutes later after solving the issue on the train.
No further major services were impacted this morning.
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A protest is taking place on the M7, causing traffic congestion into the capital
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