Here’s Exactly Why Traffic Is A Nightmare At The Minute

Dublin traffic is never pleasant. But this morning, it's even worse – and here's why...

First up, just moments ago, an incident was reported on Tyrconnell Road, which is blocking inbound traffic after the canal.

Motorists are being warned to expect delays both ways.

Delays inbound on Tyrconnell Rd as we deal with an RTC. Units from Dolphins Barn station attending #Dublin #traffic @LiveDrive @aaroadwatch pic.twitter.com/6uOkP62o8d

— Dublin Fire Brigade (@DubFireBrigade) March 20, 2017

Secondly, a crash occurred on the M50 southbound between J6 Blanchardstown and J7 Lucan just this morning. It has since been moved to the hard shoulder, however delays still persist.

DUBLIN: Reports of an incident on the M50 southbound between J6 Blanchardstown and J7 Lucan in the right lane. https://t.co/qvBPcgxUj8

— AA Roadwatch (@aaroadwatch) March 20, 2017

Irish Rail have also warned users of delays to the northbound DART and Commuter services, following a customer who fell ill and required medical assistance on northbound DART at Harmonstown earlier.

Delays currently to northbound DART & Commuter - customer requires medical assistance on northbound DART at Harmonstown. Update shortly

— Iarnród Éireann (@IrishRail) March 20, 2017

Northbound DART & Commuter services resuming following medical assistance to customer - delays up to 25 minutes, but will ease.

— Iarnród Éireann (@IrishRail) March 20, 2017

Delays are still to be expected for the morning, but should ease up before the end of the working day. 

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