In a startling display of nature's fury, Storm Eowyn has knocked out power to over 715,000 customers in Ireland, equating to nearly one-third of the nation's electricity users. This unprecedented storm hit on January 24, 2025, unleashing record-breaking wind gusts and heavy rains not only in Ireland but also across Scotland and Northern England. The Irish Meteorological Service warned of potentially "very dangerous conditions" as the storm moved through, with wind speeds reaching up to 114 m.p.h. recorded in western Ireland, surpassing records dating back to 1945.
Severe Storm Eowyn Ravages Ireland, Leaving Hundreds of Thousands Powerless
Severe Storm Eowyn Ravages Ireland, Leaving Hundreds of Thousands Powerless
Power outages affect nearly a third of Ireland’s population as Storm Eowyn unleashes unprecedented winds and disrupts travel across the UK.
Disruptive winds forced Northern Rail to advise travelers to stay home while hundreds of flights were canceled at airports amid intermittent power outages. The potent jet stream, crucial in shaping global weather patterns, amplified the storm’s ferocity. Eowyn's impact marks the most severe weather event in the region since a deadly storm in 2017. This ongoing climate crisis is a stark reminder of the increasingly erratic weather patterns, serving as a call to action for both policymakers and citizens to prioritize resilience and sustainability in the face of climate change.
