Storm Barra is causing disruption across the roads and ESB supply in Donegal this morning.
Strong winds and heavy rain struck the north west overnight and will continue to batter the county thoughout the day.
Hundreds of homes in south Donegal are without power, with faults in Bundoran, Kilcar and Killybegs.
ESB Networks crews are mobilising in the impacted areas to commence the network repair. While poor weather conditions may hamper repair in some areas, ESB Networks say it will be doing everything it can to restore power to the majority of these customers by the end of today. However, some customers may be potentially without power into tomorrow Thursday.
ESB urge everyone to remain alert to any damage to the electricity network while when out and about today. Assume any fallen wires are live and pose a risk to life. Stay safe, stay clear and report any damage to us immediately on 1800 372 999.
Gardaí are pleading with motorists to use caution when driving today.
“Roads are wet and slippy, many have storm debris, some remain blocked with fallen trees,” a statement said.
Donegal is under a Status Orange wind warning until 2pm on Wednesday afternoon.
Coastal areas are bracing for potential flooding from approx 8am due to a combination of high waves, storm surge and high tide.
A status red marine warning is in place this morning for all Irish coastal waters and the Irish Sea, reaching violent storm force 11 from Erris Head to Rossan Point to Malin Head.
