Storm Bram left 8,000 homes in Ireland without power
Around 8,000 households, farms and businesses across Ireland remain without power after Storm Bram damaged power networks. This was reported by The Public with reference to Rte.ie.
ESB Networks reported that repair crews returned to work at dawn and are assessing the extent of the damage, after which they will announce an estimated time for power restoration. Citizens are asked to report damage to infrastructure and not to approach broken wires.
In Dublin, the accident on the lines caused disruptions to the Luas city railway. Traffic on the green line between Sandyford and Broombridge has stopped, while the red line resumed operation after a morning break.
Dublin Airport reported more than a hundred flights cancelled yesterday due to bad weather. Today it is operating, but delays are possible.
Iarnród Éireann said that all routes will run on schedule. At the same time, several ferry services have been cancelled or rescheduled, and passengers are advised to check with their carriers for information.
The storm caused local flooding and fallen trees, most notably in the southern regions, where it first hit. At the peak of the storm, around 54,000 consumers were left without power, and wind gusts reached 113 km/h in the Roches Point area of Cork.
Forecasters warn of unstable weather for the week ahead, predicting strong winds, short showers and possible thunderstorms in the north, with clear skies and sunny periods at other times.
