The clean-up operation is continuing across Clare in the wake of Storm Ellen.
The county escaped the worst of the damage, but downed trees and debris has led to dangerous conditions on the roads, prompting the Council and Emergency services to appeal to motorists to avoid unnecessary journeys throughout the day.
Thousands of homes and businesses remain without power.
Forecasters say Storm Ellen has been one of the worst storms to hit Ireland in recent years, comparable only to Storm Ophelia, which left three people dead.
Cork bore the brunt of the bad conditions, where gusts of up to 143 kilometres per hour were recorded.
But Clare appears to have escaped the worst of the damage, with no major flooding issues or coastal damage reported.
Strong winds did lead to a significant number of downed trees across the county, however, particularly in East Clare, as well as debris on the roads.
This led to dangerous conditions on the roads and Council crews were dispatched early this morning to ensure people can travel safely.
Senior Engineer with Clare County Council, Cyril Feeney, is asking people to avoid travel for the rest of the day, where possible.
ESB crews have been working since first light to restore power to over six thousands of homes and businesses in the county.
That number has been reduced to around 3,500, with Cratloe, Sixmilebridge Kilkishen, Mountshannon, Whitegate and Ogonnelloe the worst affected.
ESB Clare Area Manager, Kevin Harrington is hopeful that power will be restored for the vast majority of customers by tonight, though he expects hundreds will still be waiting until tomorrow.
