Motorists urged to follow diversions after N3 closure

Motorists are being urged to follow the designated diversion routes following this afternoon’s serious incident on the N3.

A road traffic collision earlier today on the N3 has led to the closure of the road in the vicinity of Billis while emergency services attend the scene.

Road diversions have been put in place, and the local authority have urged drivers to adhere to them.

"Cavan County Council asks that motorists adhere to the designated diversion routes following this afternoon’s serious incident on the N3 at Billis Bridge. The road is currently closed in the vicinity of Billis Bridge and northbound traffic is being diverted from Virginia, via Ballyjamesduff to New Inns. Southbound traffic is being diverted from the Lavey Inn via Bailieborough to Virginia," read a council statement.