LIVE: N81 closed in Tullow, Co Carlow as emergency services warn people to avoid area



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The N81 was closed in Tullow, Co Carlow after what is believed to be a very serious accident.

The busy route was closed shortly before 6 p.m. and fire departments, an ambulance and gardai arrived at the scene.

Motorists have been warned to stay off the road with the detours currently in place.

It is currently unknown if anyone has been seriously injured as a result of the incident.

The Carlow County Fire and Rescue Service said: “The N81 is closed between Tullow and the junction with the N80, avoid the area and take an alternate route.”

AA Roadwatch added: “The N81 is currently closed between Tullow and the N80 jct due to an incident. Emergency services are on site.”

We have contacted gardai for the latest information on the incident.

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