Thousands without power in Co Mayo due to Storm Isha

Hardy souls brace the elements at Blackrock diving board in Salthill, during Storm Isha. Picture: Ray Ryan
Thousands are without power in Mayo tonight as Storm Isha continues to hit the county.
Over 170,000 homes, farms and businesses are without power tonight expectation of further power outages as Storm Isha tracks across the country.
The worst impacted counties include Mayo, Galway, Roscommon and Kerry.
ESB Networks crews are responding where safe to do so. Given the extent of the storm, estimated restoration times will be updated through the day tomorrow and will be available on www.PowerCheck.ietarget="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> and www.ESBNetworks.ie as restoration work progresses.
Stay Safe, Stay Clear of fallen electricity wires. Report any damage to network by calling 1800 372 999.