About 4,500 homes, farms and businesses across the country are without power as a result of Storm Dave.
A status orange wind warning was in place for Co Wexford and coastal areas from Kerry to Dublin on Saturday evening as the storm brought damaging gusts in places. A status yellow warning had been in place for the rest of the country.
ESB Networks said its crews are mobilised in impacted areas and responding to power outages wherever it is safe to do so. The electricity supplier apologised to all impacted for the inconvenience caused.
“If you come across fallen wires or damaged electricity network, never ever touch or approach these as they are live and extremely dangerous. Please report any damage to electricity infrastructure by calling 1800 372 999,” the company said.
Rain in Dublin. Photograph: Chris Maddaloni
Strong winds associated with Storm Dave led to 17 flight cancellations at Dublin Airport on Saturday.
As of 8.30pm, the airport reported there had been 53 go arounds and 13 diversions due to challenging wind conditions. A go-around occurs when a pilot decides not to complete a landing attempt and instead circles the aircraft to make another approach.
The airport warned further disruption was possible on Sunday and passengers due to fly later are advised to contact their airline directly for updates regarding the status of their flight.
Storm Dave, the fifth named storm of the current season, which began last August, was named by the UK Met Office as the strongest impacts are expected in northern England and Scotland.
Met Éireann is forecasting some showers, with some hail and sleet possible on higher ground, this Easter Sunday but conditions are expected to clear into the evening with temperatures of seven to 10 degrees during the day.