Diversions are in place.
A tanker is on fire on the M9.
To facilitate emergency operations, the northbound stretch has been temporarily closed at Junction 5 Tinryland.
Commuters are advised to detour through Carlow town and rejoin the M9 at Junction 4 Castledermot.
Detours are expected to last until approximately 10:30 am this morning.

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