Cork and Kerry faced hurricane-force winds and record waves during Storm Eowyn, leaving thousands without power and causing widespread disruption across Ireland.
Met Eireann reported that around 40,000 homes and businesses lost power. A new wind-speed record of 143 km/h was recorded at Mace Head on the Galway coast.
The storm caused significant damage, knocking out power to over 800,000 premises. The highest wave, 20.2 meters, was recorded off the West Cork coast, showing the storm’s danger.
In terms of rainfall, Valentia Observatory recorded 28.5mm in 24 hours. The coldest spot was Moore Park near Fermoy, where temperatures dropped to -4.1C.
The National Emergency Co-ordination Group is working to restore services. Power has been restored to 723,000 customers, but 45,000 are still without electricity.
Generators from Poland and Denmark are being used to help restore water and telecommunications. Fewer than 400 homes remain without water, and progress is being made on phone and broadband services.
The NECG will meet again today to discuss ongoing recovery efforts. Customers without power will gradually have their supply restored this week.
