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Thousands still without power as Storm Amy sweeps through NI
Storm Amy caused power outages to 22,000 homes and widespread transport and flooding disruptions as recovery efforts continue, officials said.
- On Saturday morning, about 22,000 properties in Northern Ireland remain without power, down from a peak of about 65,000 customers on Friday.
- High winds and heavy rain toppled several trees and caused flooding on the A26 Moira Road and Whitebridge Road, with a peak gust of 92mph recorded at Magilligan weather station on Friday.
- On Friday, transport operators cancelled flights, trains and closed roads, while Dublin Airport cancelled about 20 Saturday flights amid ongoing disruption.
- The Police Service of Northern Ireland said flooding caused road closures and difficult driving, and the recovery operation will continue over the weekend while yellow wind and rain warnings remain active.
- Across the border in the Republic of Ireland, a man in his 40s died in County Donegal and about 120,000 properties remain without power, while NIE Networks anticipates restoration may take days.
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Storm "Amy" hits Ireland and Great Britain with full force. The authorities sound the alarm and measure a new record for October.
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