M50 closed in both directions due to bin lorry fire

Images posted online show a bin lorry on fire on the southbound carriageway of the M50 on the Westlink Bridge near the toll.
M50 closed in both directions due to bin lorry fire

Part of the M50 is currently closed as emergency services deal with a truck fire.

All lanes between Junction 7, Lucan, and Junction 6, Blanchardstown, northbound have been sealed off.

Images posted online show a bin lorry on fire on the southbound carriageway of the M50 on the Westlink Bridge near the toll.

Four fire engines are at the scene.

Dublin Fire Brigde says "good progress" is being made and they hope to reopen the road soon.

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