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Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital following collision with a bus in Carlow

Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital following collision with a bus in Carlow
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A motorcyclist has been airlifted to hospital following a collision with a bus in County Carlow.

Gardaí and emergency services are currently at the scene of the road traffic collision on the N80 at Closh, between Ballon and Bunclody.

The collision involving a bus and a motorcycle occurred at approximately 10:45am this morning.

Beat News understands that the motorcyclist has been airlifted to Tallaght hospital for treatment of serious injuries.

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The scene of the collision is preserved pending a technical examination.

Local diversions are in place and road users are being advised to avoid the area.

The Carlow road is expected to be closed for a number of hours following the collision.

More to follow.. 

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