Five cars involved in N18 crash

One person has been rushed to hospital after a five-car pile-up on the main N18 Limerick to Ennis road.

The incident, which happened shortly before midday, has blocked the Ennis-bound lane of the dual carriageway near the Hurlers Cross exit.

Several units of the fire brigade along with ambulance services are at the scene and diversions are in place.

Drivers are asked to approach the area between Shannon and Bunratty with extreme caution due to icy conditions