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A yellow wind warning is in effect for six districts until 7 p.m
At a glance
- Around 235,000 buildings in the Republic of Ireland are without power after Storm Isha
- Work to restore power will continue throughout the day, ESB Networks said
- A status orange wind warning was issued for three counties on Tuesday as Met Éireann names the storm Jocelyn
- Roads were closed due to fallen trees and debris
- Trains are also delayed and some flights have been canceled
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More than 200,000 homes and businesses are still without power in the Republic of Ireland following Storm Isha.
Several roads across the country are closed due to downed trees and power lines, and some passengers faced travel disruptions as a result of the storm.
A yellow wind warning remains in effect for six districts until 7:00 p.m. local time on Monday.
ESB Networks said around 235,000 premises were affected, with areas in the north-west of the country hardest hit.
It comes as strong winds are expected again on Tuesday as Storm Jocelyn arrives.
Ireland's Met Éireann has issued a status orange warning for Donegal, Galway and Mayo counties, which comes into force at 6pm.
ESB said technicians had been out since dawn to restore power where it was safe to do so.
“Restoring power to our customers safely and as quickly as possible is our top priority,” it said in a statement.
“We thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate the challenges presented by Storm Isha.”
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Gusts of over 80 miles per hour (130 km/h) were recorded in County Donegal overnight.
Valentia Island, one of Ireland's most westerly points, recorded wind gusts of 71 miles per hour (115 km/h), while Cork Airport recorded 66 miles per hour (107 km/h).
Dublin Fire said there was a high volume of calls on Sunday due to downed trees and utility poles.
“Better picture” for flights
The aftermath of Storm Isha has led to further travel disruptions for many passengers.
On Sunday, Dublin airport operator DAA said 166 flights were canceled on Sunday due to strong winds.
The operator's Graeme McQueen said it had been a challenging 24 hours.
However, it was a “much better picture” on Monday morning as the wind direction had changed, he told BBC NI's The Nolan Show.
“However, there are still some disruptions – after yesterday, many airlines no longer have their aircraft in the right place today.”
There were about 29 flight cancellations on Monday morning, but Mr McQueen said he hoped there weren't too many more.
“It will be a question of waiting to see what happens later today,” he added.
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A clock tower collapsed to the ground in Galway's Eyre Square on Sunday as the effects of Storm Isha were felt
Several Irish Rail services were also disrupted due to the storm damage.
There are delays on the Enterprise service between Dublin Connolly and Belfast and capacity constraints on other services.
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Storm named Jocelyn
It ends at midnight on Wednesday for Galway and Mayo counties and 2am for Donegal.
Met Éireann has warned of large coastal waves, very difficult travel conditions as well as fallen trees and damage to power lines.
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Another yellow wind warning has been issued for the rest of the Republic of Ireland.
It will come into force for seven counties in the northwest and west of the country from 12 p.m. Tuesday until early Wednesday morning.
The rest of the country is on yellow alert from 5 p.m.