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Iarnród Éireann have advised passengers travelling from Galway to Heuston to expect delays as the train has struck a cow.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), a spokesperson for Iarnród Éireann said: "Galway to Heuston has struck a cow. The train is stopped between Athlone and Clara as a crew has arrived on site to assist."
13:00 Galway to Heuston has struck a cow.
— Iarnród Éireann (@IrishRail) May 12, 2024
The train is stopped between Athlone and Clara.
Update to follow.
-CL
The spokesperson confirmed passengers should expect "approximately a 70 minute delay."
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