Truck has overturned on Laois motorway roundabout at Portlaoise junction
Published 21st Jul 2026, 14:28 GMT
Drivers urged to avoid area after truck overturns on Portlaoise roundabout at motorway junction
Laois Gardaí have requested drivers to avoid the Junction 17 roundabout at Midway / Portlaoise Plaza, due to the overturning of a truck.
It is understood that a truck has overturned on the roundabout, this Tuesday afternoon, July 21.
“ Following a road traffic incident motorists are requested to avoid the roundabout at Junction 17, M7, Portlaoise,” the Laois Offaly Garda Division has announced.
They further warn that “traffic is extremely slow and emergency services are working to resolve the issue. Please drive with care.”
Update: The truck has lost a load of hay bales, partially blocking the J17 roundabout. Thankfully nobody injured according to Laois emergency services. Roundabout remains partially closed.