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Days after Storm Amy wreaked havoc in Northern Ireland, approximately 3,000 properties are still without power. The storm, which hit the region on Friday, resulted in damage to power lines, schools, and vehicles. NIE Networks has been working tirelessly to restore power to those affected, but warned that it may take until Monday to fully reconnected everyone.
In the Republic of Ireland, a man in his 40s tragically lost his life in County Donegal in a weather-related incident during the storm. Additionally, around 13,000 homes in the region are still without power. The Education Authority reported that 18 schools in Northern Ireland have experienced storm-related incidents, including damage to roofs and fallen trees.
The peak wind gust during the storm reached 92mph (148km/ph) – a provisional new October record at the Magilligan weather station in County Londonderry. At the height of the storm, approximately 65,000 properties were left without electricity due to strong winds knocking down trees and damaging the power network. The worst affected areas include Craigavon, Enniskillen, Omagh, Downpatrick, Ballymena, and Dungannon.
In the Republic of Ireland, the Electricity Supply Board (ESB) reported that around 184,000 properties experienced power outages, but by late Saturday evening, that number had decreased to 13,000. The ESB assured that the majority of those still affected should have power restored by Sunday evening, except for those in the hardest-hit areas like Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, and Roscommon. Irish Water also noted that about 4,000 homes, primarily in County Donegal, are without water and crews are actively working to restore supply. For any faults or emergencies, various emergency contacts are available for assistance
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