Gardai issue warning as Offaly road literally melts in heat

Gardai are warning motorists to avoid the Rathangan/Clonbollogue Rd (R414) between Offaly and Kildare this evening.

The route is affected by melting tar as temperatures soar.

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Gardai say, use an alternative route.

The council has been notified and will respond to the area. 

Similar instances of melting that have been reported around the country.