More than 140,000 homes, farms and businesses are without power as gale force winds as a result of Storm Ali move across Ireland.

ESB Networks has said that the damage is mainly attributable to fallen trees on overhead lines as a result of the high winds.

ESB crews have been dispatched to the most affected areas, making the electricity network safe and assessing the damage, so that they can restore power as quickly and effectively as possible.

The areas most affected include: Cavan; Sligo; Galway; Thurles; Castlebar; Tralee; Portlaoise; Mullingar; Dundalk.

ESB has mobilised repair crews who are currently working in very difficult conditions to restore power as quickly as possible to affected customers, once it is safe to do so.

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Real time information on power outages and restoration times is available on the PowerCheck App or esbpowercheck.ie (link below).

ESB also warned: If you come across fallen wires or damaged electricity network, never, ever touch or approach these as they are LIVE and extremely dangerous. Please report any damage to electricity infrastructure by calling 1850 372 999.

If your fault is not logged please report it at here or on 1850 372 999. Customers should have their MPRN available to access recorded information specific to their location. 

ESB Networks is reminding customers of the precautionary measures to take in the event of a power cut: 

• Stay Safe, Stay Clear: Never approach broken lines or damaged poles, and keep children and animals away – report damage to ESB Networks at 1850 372 999 and listen to recorded messages carefully 

• Turn off electric cookers, ovens, irons, etc. if electricity supply is lost 

• Leave a light switched on so you know when power has been restored 

• Take extra care if using candles, oil lamps or other naked flames 

• Test smoke alarms with fresh batteries 

• Ensure adequate ventilation if using gas heaters.

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