Storm Éowyn: First two generators from European Union arrive in Ireland

ESB crews working to restore power. Sme customers may be waiting until next week to see their power restored. File picture: Larry Cummins

The first two large-capacity generators from the European Union have arrived in Ireland, almost one week after Storm Éowyn caused destruction across the country.

The Government has said the generators — with more due to arrive — will be deployed to get water supplies back and reestablish internet and mobile phone networks.