Neighbours show good nature in battle against Ophelia

The weather thrown at us by the latest ‘big storm’ may not have set records but the help of neighbours was still very heartening, writes Margaret Hickey.

The day after Hurricane Ophelia was clear blue serenity in Cork, perfect for clearing up and tackling repairs.

We woke to the clatter of a nearby chainsaw. An ill wind, but it blew business somebody’s way.