In Ireland, more than 715,000 homes were left without light due to a record-breaking storm
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In Ireland, more than 715 thousand homes were left without electricity because of the record-breaking storm "Eowyn". This was reported on January 24 by the British newspaper The Guardian.
"In Galway, record wind gusts of 180 km / h were recorded," - writes the edition.
It is specified that destructive winds continue to cause widespread and significant damage to power grids across the country, more than 715 thousand homes, farms and businesses were left without electricity.
The publication notes that the authorities have warned residents to stay indoors as the risk to life is high due to falling trees and flying debris.
Storm "Eowyn" led to the closure of airports, schools and various businesses.
Earlier, on January 22, in the UK in some areas was introduced "red" level of weather danger due to the upcoming storm "Eowyn". It was noted that the "red" level will operate in part of Scotland and all of Northern Ireland. In the rest of the UK will remain "yellow" and "orange" levels of danger.
