Storm Brian forces closure of some bridges and roads in Cork; Shannon overflows

Latest: ESB Networks has continued to restore electricity supply following Hurricane Ophelia but approximately 19,500 customers remain without supply, a number of which are due to Storm Brian.

Update 6.11pm: ESB Networks has continued to restore electricity supply following Hurricane Ophelia but approximately 19,500 customers remain without supply, a number of which are due to Storm Brian.

If conditions worsen, ESB crews will have to suspend the repair effort.