TRAFFIC: Section of M50 blocked due to serious crash - "prayers are with families involved"

A serious collision on the M50 northbound has resulted in a section of the busy bank holiday motorway to be shut. 

Northbound lanes are closed from Junction 9 Red Cow as emergency services deal with the incident.

The M50 Twitter account stated: "Please be patient as this may take time.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of all involved."

Gardaí said: "The M50 Northbound is closed between Junction 9 and 7 due to an incident.

"Local diversions are in place. Avoid the area if possible."

Dublin Fire Brigade said: "We're currently dealing with a serious traffic collision near Junction 9 Red Cow northbound."