Traffic restrictions in Carlow as bales of hay fall onto road

UPDATE (1pm, Thurs 8th Jan) the bales have been removed and traffic’s moving as normal

Earlier story;

Motorists in Carlow are being advised of some traffic restrictions.

Bales of hay have fallen onto the road outside Netwatch Cullen Park on the outskirts of Carlow town.

Gardaí are on the scene and traffic’s down to one lane.

Care is needed on approach with a suggestion that alternative routes be considered.