Thousands of homes and businesses in Clare could remain without power overnight tonight, in the wake of Storm Darragh.
Around 16,000 properties in the banner lost supply at the peak of the storm weather, as gusts of up to 120 kilometres per hour battered the county.
The worst affected areas include Crusheen, Ruan, Clooney, Tulla, Flagmount, Kilmaley and Doonbeg.
Currently 4,000 customers in across Clare remain without power and ESB Technical Manager, Michael Sammin says it could take some time to restore supply.
Meanwhile, Clare County Fire Service is urging motorists and pedestrians to remain cautious.
Clare County Council crews responded to 62 callouts overnight, dealing with fallen trees and debris on the roads.
A status yellow wind warning for Clare lifted at 3 o’clock this afternoon.
Clare’s Chief Fire Officer, Adrian Kelly says, however, there may still be some areas where dangerous conditions remain.
