A severe storm named Eowyn struck Ireland, leading to widespread power outages affecting hundreds of thousands. Winds reached record speeds, with gusts up to 114 mph at Mace Head, surpassing the previous national record. Predictions indicated winds could reach as high as 120 mph in some regions, comparable to a Category 3 hurricane. The storm's intensity interrupted data reporting from various weather stations, and electricity networks faced major disruptions, particularly in areas across Northern Ireland, southern Scotland, and western England.
The storm, named Eowyn, is expected to bring damaging winds to Northern Ireland, southern Scotland, and parts of England and Wales, with gusts up to 100 mph.
Ireland's power grid suffered widespread disruptions due to destructive winds from storm Eowyn, with gusts recorded as high as 114 miles per hour at Mace Head.
Forecast models indicate that gusts along the west coast of Ireland could reach up to 120 miles per hour, akin to a Category 3 hurricane.
The intense winds led to interruptions in data reporting for weather stations in Ireland, illustrating the storm's severity and impact on infrastructure.
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