Storm Boelo cuts power to 18,000 and prompts new yellow weather alerts
Storm Boelo has left about 18,000 customers without electricity and triggered additional yellow rain and wind warnings across much of Ireland.
Storm Boelo struck the west and northwest of Ireland, causing power outages for around 8,000 homes and businesses, with an additional 7,000 customers in Northern Ireland still without electricity. Met Éireann responded with a Status Yellow rain warning for Cork and Kerry from early Monday morning until mid-morning, and a Status Yellow wind warning covering Carlow, Clare, Cork, Donegal, Galway, Kerry, Kilkenny, Mayo, Waterford, Wexford and Wicklow from late Monday afternoon into the night, plus a later rain warning for Cork, Galway, Kerry and Mayo.
The agency warned of hazardous travel, possible localized flooding and fallen trees. ESB Networks highlighted the danger of downed live wires, urging people to report them and stay clear. Dublin Airport cancelled 12 inbound and 12 outbound flights, Belfast City Airport suspended services, and Irish Ferries cancelled its Dublin-Holyhead sailings. Officials caution that conditions may worsen while the yellow warnings remain in force.
Why it matters
The storm threatens travel and electricity for thousands across Ireland and Northern Ireland, affecting daily life and safety.
How this story developed
- Oct 17 Met Office warns of unsettled autumn weather and cooler London nights
- Oct 20 The Met Office warns that Storm Austen will bring wind gusts of 50-60mph to much of southern Britain, with the strongest coastal areas possibly seeing speeds over 70mph.
- Oct 22 Met Office expanded the yellow wind warning to cover all of Wales, forecasting gusts of 70 mph or higher.
- Oct 23 The country has remained storm‑free and is experiencing drought conditions.
- Oct 23 Storm Austen moved into France and Belgium, causing power outages and transport disruptions, while Storm Boelo prompted amber wind warnings and rail service suspensions in Scotland.
- Oct 24 Storm Boelo followed the remnants of Storm Austen, triggering amber warnings, widespread power cuts and major rail disruptions across northern England, Scotland and Northern Ireland.
- Oct 25 Road closures and event cancellations were announced for Northern Ireland.
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