Rail services suspended as train strikes tractor near Portarlington

Rail services between Portarlington and Tullamore are currently suspended.

A train struck a tractor crossing the line and emergency services are en route to the scene.

The 1:10 Westport to Heuston service is stopped on site and the 2:48pm Heuston to Westport service is held at Geashill.

An announcement was made on the train saying the line will be closed for several hours and bus transfers will be provided for passengers.

Iarnród Éireann said its crews and emergency services were en route to the incident.

More details later.