Storm Éowyn

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Storm Éowyn: When Mother Nature Decided to Throw a Tantrum!

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250,000 in Ireland are still without power post-Storm Éowyn—hold on to your hats, things are about to get quite breezy!

Ireland has been coping with the aftermath of Storm Éowyn, which wreaked havoc across the nation, leading to nearly 250,000 households losing power. The storm was so fierce that the Irish weather service, Met Éireann, recorded unprecedented wind speeds of 183km/h (114mph) in Mace Head, County Galway. The chaos didn’t end with flickering lights; many reported uprooted trees, damaged homes, and even misplaced road signs, reminding everyone that a little humor is sometimes needed in a storm!

As the days progress, the situation remains dire, with ESB Networks conveying that upwards of 100,000 homes may be without power for the rest of the week and potentially beyond. Local residents are embracing the dark with candles and cozy blankets while authorities work tirelessly to restore the vital electricity. Minister Dara Calleary has sympathized with the frustration faced by citizens, reaffirming that the government is allocating all necessary resources to expedite recovery efforts. While some might grumble about being without Netflix, one can’t help but appreciate the sense of community blossoming in the absence of modern luxuries.

Emergency response hubs have been established in the counties most severely hit by the storm, and local organizations are rallying to offer assistance. The Irish Defence Forces have also joined the fight, providing help to restore power and support where needed, signaling the resilient spirit of the Irish people. Amidst the chaos, the IFA has called for all essential resources to be deployed quickly, underscoring the importance of unity in overcoming the challenges introduced by Mother Nature.

In a twist of fate, the Galway Rally has been postponed due to the storm’s damage, giving our rally enthusiasts some unexpected downtime—hopefully, that time will include some practice in dodging fallen trees! Meanwhile, as Laois faces an extended power outage unlikely to resolve any time soon, many Irish farmers are stepping out into the stormy weather to ensure their animals are well cared for. It’s a testament to their dedication, reminding us all that while nature may throw a tantrum, we have the heart to weather the storm!

In the wake of Storm Éowyn, it’s worth noting that Ireland has weathered its share of storms throughout history, with some past storms even being named after mythological figures, hinting that there may just be some mystical weather magic at play! Additionally, the relationship between Ireland and the UK has had its ups and downs, but it’s safe to say that in times like these, collaboration and mutual support are truly what keep us strong and connected, no matter the winds we face!

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Ireland: Almost 250000 still without power after Storm Éowyn (BBC News)

Friday's storm brought record wind speeds, with Irish weather service Met Éireann recording 183km/h (114mph) in Mace Head, County Galway. ESB Networks said ...

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Storm Éowyn: Up to 100000 will be without power for rest of week (The Irish Times)

Storm Éowyn: Some people will remain cut off from the grid until the end of next week, ESB Networks warns.

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Storm Éowyn: 'Everything being done' to restore power to homes ... (BreakingNews.ie)

Minister Dara Calleary said he understood people's 'frustration' and that authorities were 'working as hard as possible'.

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IFA calls for 'all necessary resources' for Storm Éowyn recovery (Agriland)

Francie Gorman has said it is critical that all necessary resources are deployed to repair the damage caused by Storm Éowyn last week.

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Taoiseach speaks with Keir Starmer about Irish-British relationship ... (BreakingNews.ie)

The leaders discussed Northern Ireland, legacy issues and a number of international issues, including the commemoration in Auschwitz.

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Laois homes without power until February while ESB restore Storm ... (Leinster Express)

ESB Networks have apologised to affected customers, with many outages expected to remain until January 30 and February 1. ADVERTISEMENT.

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Northern Ireland, Storm Éowyn, Ukraine and Gaza discussed by ... (The Irish Times)

It was the first phone call between the two leaders since Mr Martin was elected Taoiseach last week. According to a Government statement, the pair “reaffirmed ...

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Storm Éowyn: Around 100000 people without water and close to ... (thejournal.ie)

Additional generators is one method of getting treatment plants back up and running, and Attridge said Uisce Éireann is “working closely with the ESB to ...

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Longford signs blown off course by Storm Éowyn (Longford Leader)

Storm Éowyn has a left road sign at the Ballinalee Road roundabout pointing in the wrong direction.

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Award winning Longford egg producers grateful for assistance ... (Longford Leader)

' Farmers do have to go out in these conditions because animal welfare is our top priority'

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Galway Rally postponed due to Storm Éowyn damage (RTE.ie)

The Galway Motor Club has announced the postponement of the 2025 Galway International Rally which was due to take place this weekend due to damage caused by ...

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Government pledges support as Storm Éowyn leaves Ireland shook (Leitrim Observer)

Meanwhile, Tanaiste Simon Harris confirmed that the Irish Defence Forces are assisting ESB Network in restoring power, while Civil Defence remains on standby.

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Thousands still without power in Tipperary following Storm Éowyn ... (TipperaryLive.ie)

Any fallen trees should be reported to Tipperary County Council.

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Emergency hubs set up in worst-hit Storm Eowyn counties as 250k ... (The Irish Sun)

EMERGENCY response hubs are to be set up in counties worst hit by Storm Eowyn.It comes as 250k remain without power following the devastating storm on.

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Taoiseach speaks with Keir Starmer about Irish-British relationship ... (Western People)

The leaders discussed Northern Ireland, legacy issues and a number of international issues, including the commemoration in Auschwitz.

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Crews from abroad to aid Storm Éowyn cleanup in Donegal (Donegal Live)

With around 17000 homes and businesses in Donegal still without power, the ESB has drafted in support from aboard with fallen trees, power lines and debris ...

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Over 200000 without power as emergency hubs to be set up (RTE.ie)

Over 200000 premises remain without power while 100000 people are without water as clean-up and restoration operations continue in the wake of Storm Éowyn.

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LIVE: Massive clean up continues across Longford in wake of Storm ... (Longford Leader)

Longford County Council crews remain busy removing fallen trees and debris.

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Community spirit 'hailed' following Storm Éowyn (Northern Sound)

As the Storm Éowyn clean-up continues, Cavan County Council and Monaghan County Council are working with local partners to put in place local community ...

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Taoiseach welcomes assistance of UK crews to ESB in Storm ... (Independent.ie)

Taoiseach Micheál Martin has spoken with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for the first time since being elected to the role in the Dáil last week.

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Storm Éowyn: ESB asks for crews from UK and Europe to help with ... (Irish Examiner)

The National Emergency Co-ordination Group has also set up 14 emergency response hubs to provide water, hot food, phone charging, broadband access and ...

National Emergency Co-ordination Group meets as whole of ... (Gov.ie)

All efforts are being concentrated on restoring power, water, telecommunications and other services to homes, farms and businesses following Storm Éowyn. ESB ...

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Calls for Dáil to be recalled in aftermath of Storm Éowyn (RTE.ie)

Sinn Féin leader Mary Lou McDonald has written to the Taoiseach urging him to immediately reconvene the Dáil to address the crisis facing the country in the ...

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Minister accuses opposition parties of 'politicising' Storm Éowyn ... (BreakingNews.ie)

Sinn Féin, Social Democrats and Aontú are all calling for an early return of the Dáil.

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Storm Éowyn: Crews brought from EU countries to help ESB restore ... (The Irish Times)

Uisce Éireann is moving electricity generators to the northern half of the country to help accelerate efforts to reconnect water supplies to thousands of homes, ...

Storm Éowyn Humanitarian Assistance Scheme (Cork County Council)

The Minister for Social Protection Dara Calleary has confirmed that the Humanitarian Assistance Scheme will be available to provide support to those living ...

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Over 200000 homes and businesses still without power as Storm ... (Waterford Live)

The storm initially left 768000 customers without power marking one of the most severe weather events in Irish history.

Phishing and Smishing Alert Post-Storm Éowyn | News Updates ... (Irish Water)

Scammers are exploiting the aftermath of Storm Éowyn by impersonating utility companies in fraudulent emails and texts.

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Over 200000 homes and businesses still without power as Storm ... (Dundalk Democrat)

The storm initially left 768000 customers without power marking one of the most severe weather events in Irish history.

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