Train services delayed as railway bridge struck by vehicle in Laois
Published 11th Nov 2024, 20:33 GMT
The incident took place in Portlaoise
Irish Rail has suspended some rail services in Laois after vehicle struck a bridge this evening.
Rail staff are going to inspect the rail line and bridge before services can continue. It's understood the bridge on the Portlaoise to Mountmellick Road was struck.
Trains services are suspended between Portlaoise and Ballybrophy and the 7pm Heuston to Cork train is being held in Portarlington.
Irish Rail says it will issue an updates on social media.