Storm Darragh: Motorway closed due to ‘insecure roof’, 46k without power and all trains suspended amid amber warning
Now 46k without power
Some may remain without power until Sunday due to the volume of disruptions to the network.
NIE said: “Due to the number of faults we are currently experiencing on the network, we are unable to provide an estimated restoration time for your electricity supply at this time. We are working to restore supplies as quickly and safely as possible.”
A spokesperson added: “Hundreds of extra staff have been brought in to help reinforce our normal capability. Our Incident Management Centre at Craigavon has been opened, as have our Local Incident Centres which are in locations across Northern Ireland and used by our teams to co-ordinate our localised response.
“We have mobilised additional call agents to deal with any queries customers may have regarding the repair process in their area.
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