Almost 1 million residences and businesses experiencing power outages throughout the island of Ireland.
ESB Networks in Ireland and NIE Networks in Northern Ireland anticipate further outages as Storm Eowyn continues to impact the island.
Approximately 1 million homes, farms, and businesses across the Republic and Northern Ireland are currently without power due to record-breaking wind speeds.
The total number of affected customers stands at 725,000 in the Republic and 240,000 in Northern Ireland, with some expected to be without power for up to a week.
Though red warnings have been downgraded in 25 counties, significant damage has been caused by fallen trees and power lines.
The Irish forecaster Met Eireann reported wind speeds of 183 km/h, the highest on record, with the development of a sting jet over Ireland identified through satellite imagery.
Sting jets are known for causing widespread damage upon landfall.
Following the expiration of red warnings, orange level warnings will persist, prompting damage assessments across the country.
Several structures, including a multimillion-euro indoor playing facility in County Mayo, suffered significant damage from the storm.
Ireland and Northern Ireland residents are advised to remain at home due to the dangerous conditions caused by the storm.
Officials have labeled Storm Eowyn as historic, with unprecedented wind speeds impacting the island.
Efforts to restore power and assess damages are ongoing, with a focus on public safety and recovery.
NIE Networks in Northern Ireland reported widespread electricity infrastructure damage, with restoration efforts expected to be lengthy.
Dublin Airport experienced numerous flight cancellations, while police in Northern Ireland declared a major incident due to the storm’s severity.
Despite the challenging conditions, the recovery stage is now being addressed to ensure a swift return to normalcy.
Debris, fallen trees, and hazardous conditions necessitate caution from the public and specialized response efforts to mitigate the storm’s impact.
The aftermath of Storm Eowyn is anticipated to present long-term challenges as the country works to recover from the historic weather event.
