Thousands to be without power overnight after Storm Debi causes chaos

A Tree covers the Leeson Park Road after fallen due to Storm Debi in Dublin.

• 34,000 without power across the country  but ESB warn thousands will go overnight without restoration.
• Most schools have reopened however some remain closed due to power outages;
• Public transport and other services were severely disrupted with Bus Éireann resuming routes after 11am;
• Red and orange weather warnings have now passed to be replaced with status yellow alerts;
• Financial support to be made available for householders affected by flooding in Galway.
• ieExplains: What is the difference between the Met Éireann weather warnings