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Major delays on local rail line after truck crashes through level crossing

Jul 28, 2023 13:51
By Shannonside News
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Major delays on local rail line after truck crashes through level crossing

The train was able to resume its journey after a lengthy delay.

The 7.35 Heuston to Westport rail service was delayed by some hours this morning as a result of a strike at a level crossing at Ballymoe.

A lorry damaged two of the gates at the level crossing between Roscommon and Castlerea in an accident around 9 o' clock this morning.

Long traffic delays were also caused by the incident.

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The train was able to resume its journey after a lengthy delay.

 

Security Cameras at the crossing caught the moment:

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