Storm Éowyn: Record-breaking 183km/h gusts registered in Galway

Storm Éowyn is expected to hit the country hard today.  File picture

A number of status red wind warnings remain in place as Storm Éowyn batters the country, bringing devastating winds and widespread power outages. 

Gusts reached a record-breaking 183km/h at Mace Head in Galway before the station was knocked offline shortly after 6am, according to Met Éireann.

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