Uisce Éireann say they are actively sourcing and deploying generators at sites around Donegal where there is no power in an effort to restore water supplies. In a statement this evening, Uisce Éireann say they have crews on the ground across Co Donegal continuing to work to restore water supplies. “We are coordinating closely with the […]
Main Letterkenny to Ramelton road to be closed for a time on Sunday
A section of the main Letterkenny to Ramelton road will be closed on Sunday morning to allow for the removal of an overhanging tree. Gardaí are advising motorists to take care and be aware that diversions will be in place while the work is carried out. The tree was partially blown over during Friday’s storms. […]
Power outages, flooding and heavy snow across Donegal
Several homes and businesses across Donegal are without power this morning after a night of heavy rain, strong winds and snow showers. There have been power outages right across the county and ESB crews have been working throughout the night in an attempt to restore power to homes and businesses. In some cases, power has […]
Power outages expected as Met Éireann escalates Donegal to status Orange Weather Warning
THE county is bracing itself for stormy conditions overnight with heavy winds predicted from midnight tonight (Saturday). The winds could lead to dangerous driving conditions with power outages also predicted. Donegal County Council’s Severe Weather Assessment Team has been activated ahead of the storm and the council is asking road users to minimise their journeys […]
Met Éireann releases storm names for the 2024/25 season
Met Éireann, along with the National Weather Services of the UK (Met Office) and the Netherlands (KNMI), has released the list of new storm names for the 2024/2025 storm season, which starts on Sunday, September 1. Each of the three meteorological services has contributed seven names to this season’s list. Met Éireann’s contributions have been […]
Yellow wind warning for Donegal as Storm Kathleen hits Ireland
MET ÉIREANN has issued a yellow wind warning for Donegal this Saturday. This weather warning is valid from Saturday, April 6 from 7 am to 8 pm. As Storm Kathleen hits Ireland, very strong and gusty southerly winds are expected. Possible impact from this weather include fallen trees, difficult travel conditions, debris, loose objects being […]
More power cuts leave parts of Glencolmcille and Buncrana without supply
By Diarmaid Doherty Around 250 homes and businesses are without electricity at present in the Glencolmcille and Buncrana areas after a serious of power cuts this morning. In Glencolmcille 75 customers have no power while in Buncrana, three separate faults reported this morning have left 176 customers with no electricity. Advertisement At one stage this […]
More wet and windy weather on the way
MET Éireann has warned of very wet and windy weather for Donegal on Tuesday and Wednesday. Meteorologist Aoife Kealy told the Donegal News yesterday that a low pressure system approaching from the Atlantic will bring very unsettled conditions over the coming days. “There is some uncertainly on where that low pressure will track and will […]
Huge demand for tree surgeons after storm
TREE surgeons have been working around the clock responding to call outs across Donegal as a result of the recent storms. The clean-up in the wake of Storm Franklin was continuing yesterday as teams worked alongside ESB crews and Donegal County Council to clear roads of fallen trees and debris. One local company – MG […]
Status orange weather warning remains in place today
Advertisement A status orange weather warning remains in place for Donegal as Storm Eleanor makes her departure from Ireland. Over 1000 homes were without power in Inishowen for a number of hours yesterday evening as strong gales and heavy rain swept the peninsula, however power has since been restored. Some 36 homes […]