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Chaos erupted on the M50 in Dublin after a major crash led to the closure of the northbound section between junctions six and seven. Emergency services raced to the scene of the serious collision, causing severe delays for commuters and airport travelers alike. Dublin Airport issued warnings to passengers to expect prolonged delays as the traffic gridlock continued into the evening.
The incident, which occurred near Blanchardstown, prompted authorities to advise motorists to seek alternative routes to avoid being caught in the extensive traffic jams. The closure of the M50 northbound from Lucan to Blanchardstown added to the already congested roadways in west Dublin. As emergency services worked tirelessly to clear the aftermath of the crash, frustrated commuters faced hours of standstill traffic.
In a bizarre turn of events, Maynooth University had to cancel afternoon exams due to the significant number of students stranded on the M50 and unable to reach the campus on time. The university's decision highlighted the far-reaching consequences of the traffic disruption caused by the crash. Meanwhile, Dublin Fire Brigade and An Garda Síochána continued to attend to the aftermath of what was termed as a "serious road traffic collision" on the busy motorway.
Despite ongoing efforts to clear the M50, delays persisted into the evening, affecting not only Dublin commuters but also travelers heading to and from the airport. The closure of a section of the M50 near Kildare resulted in long queues and frustration for road users. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of road travel and the importance of road safety measures in averting such catastrophic collisions.
Gardaí and other emergency services are attending a serious traffic collision between junction six and seven of the northbound M50.
“Gardaí and emergency services are currently attending a traffic collision at Junction Six Northbound on the M50,” a garda spokesperson said. Sorry ...
The incident happened on the northbound side of the motorway at Blanchardstown. Emergency services have closed the M50 northbound J7 Lucan to J6 Blanchardstown, ...
Motorists advised to take alternative routes where possible and Dublin Airport passengers advised to allow extra time to make it for flights.
MOTORISTS HAVE BEEN warned to expect delays after a crash on the M50 this morning closed a section of the motorway. AA Roadwatch, Transport Infrastructure ...
A crash is causing delays on the M50 through Dublin - the road is closed northbound between Junction 7 Lucan and Junction 6 Blanchardstown.
Dublin Fire Brigade has called this incident a "serious road traffic collision." An Garda Siochana said on X: "Gardaí and emergency services continue to attend ...
Road users on Kildare routes to Dublin are facing delays after a section of the M50 remains shut. An Garda Síochána have issued a third update fol...
Commuters and other motorists are facing lengthy delays this afternoon following a serious collision on the M50 which has closed the northbound carriageway ...
Gardaí and emergency services are at the scene of a collision on the M50, with motorists being warned to expect “severe” delays.
Gardaí said delays were expected into the early evening while Maynooth University cancelled afternoon exams due to number of students unable to reach ...
A man in his 40s has died following a collision between a lorry and a motorcycle on the M50.
A motorcyclist in his 40s has died in a road traffic collision on the M50 in Dublin this morning.
Witnesses are being sought to the fatal accident in which a man in his 40s died on Friday morning in the M50 crash, causing significant delays at Dublin ...
A MAN IN his forties has died in a road traffic collision involving a lorry and a motorcycle on the M50 in west Dublin. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses ...
The closure led to widespread traffic delays across the city with the road not reopening until just after 5pm. A garda spokesman said the local coroner has been ...
Updated: 5.30pm. A man has died in a collision on the M50 in Dublin which led to the closure of the northbound lanes of the motorway for much of the day.
A motorcyclist aged in his 40s died at the scene of the collision while a lorry driver was taken to hospital for assessment.