The ESB is working to restore power to homes impacted by strong winds last night.
6000 homes and businesses are affected across the country.
Most of the power cuts were in the west, northwest and west.
Power is expected to be restored to affected customers this afternoon.
We have a large fault in the #Kincasslagh area of #Co. Donegal. Apologies for the inconvenience. Updates at https://t.co/VMtxFrW7FY #staysafe
— ESB Networks (@ESBNetworks) January 27, 2019
Fallen trees blocked roads, particularly in western coastal counties, during the stormy weather, according to the AA.
A Status Yellow Wind Warning is now in place for all counties until tomorrow morning. A number of trees have fallen, particularly in western coastal counties. Take extra caution if you're driving tonight. pic.twitter.com/ZrdYvhKBxQ
— AA Roadwatch (@aaroadwatch) January 26, 2019
Counties Donegal, Clare , Galway and Sligo all saw trees downed in the strong winds.
