A section of the M18 motorway in Clare has been closed to traffic following a road crash this morning.

The single car collision happened on the Northbound lane, close to junction 10 – Newmarket on Fergus around 10.30 this morning.

Diversions are in place and Gardaí are advising motorists to slow down and drive with care on approach.

There are reports of lengthy delays in the area.

It’s not yet known if there are any injuries.