Crews from NIE Networks are continuing to restore the electricity network as approximately 6,000 customers remain without power following Storm Isha.

The number of homes without power could increase with the arrival of Storm Jocelyn later today.

A number of Community Assistance Centres are now open across Northern Ireland from 12.00 pm-3.00pm for those still affected by power cuts. The centres include the Blair Mayne Leisure Centre, Brownlow Centre, Cookstown Leisure Centre, Joey Dunlop Leisure Centre (Ballymoney), Lakeland Forum (Enniskillen), Omagh Leisure Complex and Lisburn Leisureplex.

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Ronan McKeown, NIE Networks Customer Relations Director said:

"The significant level and widespread nature of damage caused, along with the active weather warnings in place until Wednesday, mean it is likely that it could be a number of days before power is restored to all customers.

"We do anticipate that repair efforts will be hampered as winds pick up again this afternoon with the arrival of Storm Jocelyn and there is the potential that further damage could be caused. We will be monitoring the situation at ground level very closely and while our works may be impacted we will continue to work where we can.

"We want to remind the public to stay clear of any damaged electricity equipment and please report any incidents of damage to the NIE Networks Customer Helpline on 03457 643 643.”