Power Restored to 12,500 Homes After Storm, as Wind Warnings Remain in Place
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Power has now been restored to all 12,500 customers who lost electricity, according to Northern Ireland Electricity Networks (NIE Networks). The company made the announcement this morning, after crews worked to repair the damage caused by bad weather.
The outages affected homes and businesses in Northern Ireland, and many people were without electricity for a period of time. Engineers worked to find faults and reconnect supplies across the affected areas. Power companies often need several hours, or sometimes longer, to repair damage to lines and equipment during severe weather.
At the same time, a series of weather warnings for wind is in effect. Forecasters have advised people to take care when travelling and to stay away from fallen trees, damaged buildings and loose objects that could be blown around. Further disruption to power supplies is possible while the warnings remain active.
People who are still experiencing problems with their electricity are advised to contact their network operator. Updates on the weather and travel conditions are expected to continue throughout the day.
Sources: RTE.ie
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