The collision is on the M7 westbound at Junction 15.
Gardai and emergency services are at the scene of a multi vehicle crash on a section of the motorway in Laois.
The collision is on the M7 westbound between Junction 15 in Ballybrittas and Junction 16 Portlaoise.
The road is closed at the moment, with diversions in place with the M7 eastbound remaining open.
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