Southbound bore of Dublin Port Tunnel reopens after fire
The southbound bore of Dublin Port Tunnel has re-opened.
Both bores were closed following a fire this morning and Gardaí lifted the HGV ban in Dublin City Centre.
Dublin: The Southbound lanes of Dublin Port Tunnel have reopened to traffic. The Northbound lanes remain closed. Updates to follow
— An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) September 18, 2015
Dublin: The 5 axle ban in Dublin City Centre remains lifted to accommodate traffic flow.
— An Garda Síochána (@GardaTraffic) September 18, 2015
One man was taken to hospital as a precaution.
There has been no indication yet on when the northbound bore of the tunnel will be re-opening.
The closure has led to heavy traffic in Dublin City Centre.
