Emergency services remain at the scene with locals advised to travel via alternative routes.
Diversions on a section of the N78 between Athy and Ballylinan are expected to remain in place for a number of hours.
Kfm understands that part of the road has been closed following a two-car collision that happened earlier today.
Emergency services remain at the scene with locals advised to travel via alternative routes.

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