TRAFFIC: Road closed after car overturns on R408

The R408 route between Prosperous and Rathcoffey is currently closed in both directions after a car overturned. Gardai and Kildare Fire Service are at the scene of the incident.

The location is on the Rathcoffey side of the junction with the Ballinagappa Road.

The stretch of road is straight but narrow in places.

An eye witness reported seeing the car on its room and also saw flames.

Diversions are in place in the area and motorists are warned to avoid the area or to expect heavy delays.