Gardaí says delays can be expected.
Athlone town is experiencing heavy flooding this evening, according to local Gardaí.
Officers have posted a note on social media - it says much of the town is affected at the moment.
The Ballymahon Road area is especially bad, it says.
Gardaí say delays can be expected for anyone trying to pass through the town.
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— An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) July 10, 2023
We are advising all road users that the town of Athlone Co. Westmeath is experiencing heavy flooding caused by the prolonged rain today.
Much of the town is currently affected - the Ballymahon Road area in particular.
Please expect delays.#SaferRoads pic.twitter.com/1svKDC5PA5
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