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Ireland came dangerously close to facing catastrophic flooding during Storm Éowyn, according to new findings by researchers at the University of Galway. The study reveals that had the storm struck just one week earlier, certain parts of the country could have experienced sea levels rising over five meters above normal — a scenario that could have caused devastating tidal flooding …

Storm Éowyn, which struck Ireland on January 23, 2025, has led to substantial financial repercussions. The storm’s intense winds, reaching up to 183 km/h, resulted in extensive damage across the country. Recent data indicates that over 27,000 insurance claims have been filed, with the estimated total cost approaching €240 million. Specifically, damages to residential properties are projected to total approximately …

The insurance industry in Ireland is facing unprecedented financial strain due to the extensive damage caused by Storm Éowyn. Insurance Ireland, the representative body for the sector, reports that claims related to the storm have already surpassed €197 million, with projections indicating that total costs could escalate to €300 million. This would position Storm Éowyn as the most financially devastating …

The impact of Storm Éowyn was all-pervasive, with an estimated 74,000 homes, farms, and businesses still without electricity, and tens of thousands still disconnected from broadband services. Utility companies and the government have been hard at work to restore the vital services, but frustration among residents and business owners is on the rise. Eir confirmed around 20,000 customers mainly in …

Restoration Efforts Continue; Over 100,000 Households Remain Without Power after Storm Éowyn ESB Networks Managing Director Nicholas Tarrant said it is proving challenging to restore power to more than 100,000 customers seven days into the power outage caused by Storm Éowyn. He said while the dates are still difficult to provide, he can confirm that reconnecting almost 108,000 premises will …