Over 280,000 homes and businesses in Northern Ireland are without electricity as Storm Éowyn brings significant damage to the power grid. Rail services, flights, and ferries have been suspended due to the severe weather. The Met Office predicts further damage to buildings, uprooted trees, and power outages.
Over 280,000 homes and businesses across Northern Ireland are currently without electricity as Storm Éowyn has caused "significant damage" to the network.
As of 3pm, approximately 283,000 customers were without power but it's anticipated this number may rise as the amber warning remains in place, according to NIE Networks.Read more: Belfast International Airport issues update as Storm Eowyn sweeps island In his latest update, Alex Houston, Network Operations Manager for NIE Networks, advised: “We’re aware of hazards on the network so are urging everyone to stay well clear of any damaged equipment or broken lines and be aware that electricity can jump gaps. Where trees have fallen they may have impacted on a power line even if damage isn’t immediately obvious, so please look out for power lines and stay clear.
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