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Agriland
4 days ago
- Climate
- Agriland
Storm Floris: 10,000 homes, farms and businesses without power
The ESB has confirmed that around 10,000 homes, farms and businesses have been left without power due to Storm Floris. The strong winds brought by the storm have caused a number of power outages across the country this morning (Monday, July 4), predominantly in the northwest region. Met Éireann had issued several weather warnings ahead of the arrival of Storm Floris. A Status Yellow wind warning for Clare, Galway, Mayo, Sligo will be valid until 1:00p.m today. A similar warning for Cavan, Donegal, Monaghan and Leitrim will be in place until 4:00p.m today. The UK Met Office said that a similar wind warning for Northern Ireland will remain in place until midnight. In a statement, a spokesperson for ESB Networks said: "The impact on the electricity network has been modest and in line with previous such wind warnings. "As of 10.30a.m, approximately 10,000 homes, farms and businesses across the country are without power. "ESB Networks crews are mobilised in impacted areas and responding to power outages where safe to do so. "Real-time information on power outages and restoration times is available on the Power Check website. "We apologise to all homes, farms and businesses impacted for the inconvenience caused. " The ESB has reminded the public that if you come across fallen wires or damaged electricity network, never, ever touch or approach these as they are live and extremely dangerous. You can report any damage to electricity infrastructure by calling 1800 372 999. Local authority crews have also been mobilised to deal with any damage caused by the storm.
The Journal
29-04-2025
- Climate
- The Journal
Over 20,000 ESB customers without power across west Dublin
LAST UPDATE | 1 hr ago OVER 20,000 ESB customers are currently without power across west Dublin. According to ESB's PowerCheck, the fault was reported at 6.35pm this evening. Advertisement Some 20,056 customers are impacted, and while PowerCheck lists the fault as being in Finglas, outages are also reported across Blanchardstown, Ballyfermot, Ongar and other parts of west Dublin. The estimated power restoration time is 11pm, but early estimated restoration times of 8pm, 9pm and 10pm were all missed. ESB said it apologises for the loss of supply and is currently working to repair the fault and will restore power as quickly as possible. Readers like you are keeping these stories free for everyone... A mix of advertising and supporting contributions helps keep paywalls away from valuable information like this article. Over 5,000 readers like you have already stepped up and support us with a monthly payment or a once-off donation. Learn More Support The Journal
