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04 Oct 2025

People are asked to check in on vulnerable neighbours in the wake of Storm Amy

While the worst of Storm Amy has passed, the fallout from the storm has resulted in multiple trees down across the county, blocking or partially blocking our roads, Donegal County Council have said

People are asked to check in on vulnerable neighbours in the wake of Storm Amy

Storm Amy carried a Red Wind warning in Donegal on Friday evening

While the worst of Storm Amy has passed, the fallout from the storm has resulted in multiple trees down across the county, blocking or partially blocking our roads.

"Our crews are currently dealing with blockages on a priority basis," Donegal County Council have said. "While the majority of our main roads are passable, the public are advised to be mindful of fallen debris and surface water posing difficulty driving conditions.

"The ESB has advised members of the public not to touch or approach fallen wires or a damaged electricity network, as they are 'live and extremely dangerous', and to report any damage to electricity infrastructure. ESB Emergency Services can be contacted at 1800 372 999. The public can monitor www.PowerCheck.ie. in regards to power restoration times.

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"The public are also reminded that a Status Yellow warning for wind and rain is currently active in the north-west for Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim, with localised flooding possible in these areas and the public are advised to stay away from coastal areas during this period of adverse weather. This warning will lapse at midday today.

"Donegal Civil Defence in association with Donegal County Council, are available to provide essential services, such as collecting / delivering groceries, fuel, meals on wheels or medications to the vulnerable in the community during this period of Electricity outage and inclement weather. Transport assistance can also be provided to persons requiring urgent medical interventions such as dialysis, cancer care treatments etc.

"Meanwhile, people are asked to check in on vulnerable neighbours to ensure they are safe and have access to essential services and if anyone is in need of assistance, please contact Donegal Civil Defence through the local call centre which will be open for calls today Saturday from 9am to 4.30pm on 074 9153900.

"The normal out-of-hours emergency 074 91 72288 for our Road Service/Housing Department will be in operation outside of these hours. For emergencies requiring the assistance of the Fire Service call 999 or 112.

"You can keep up to date on conditions in your area by signing up for free alerts to your phone by registering at www.mapalerter.com/donegal or by following Donegal County Council on Facebook or on X(Twitter)."

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