Cost of Storm Eowyn clean-up to exceed 250m as families face week-long wait for power to return

Storm Éowyn, the most violent Atlantic storm in a generation, struck Ireland, resulting in a fatality when a tree fell on a car in Donegal. With gusts exceeding 183km/h, the storm caused immense damage, leaving around a million properties without power. The repair costs are expected to exceed €250 million, evidencing the storm's severity compared to previous storms like Ophelia. Emergency services applauded public compliance with safety warnings, which was a vital factor in preventing further casualties as the storm hit during the night hours.

The peak of the wind gusts occurred between 3am and 6am yesterday, critical timing in avoiding further tragedy during the storm.

Storm Éowyn was unprecedented, with gusts reaching up to 183kmh, surpassing even Hurricane Debbie in 1961.

Read at Irish Independent