{"id":665539,"date":"2026-10-26T05:00:19","date_gmt":"2026-10-26T05:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/665539\/"},"modified":"2026-10-26T05:00:19","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T05:00:19","slug":"civil-defence-offers-helping-hand-to-vulnerable-donegal-residents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ie\/665539\/","title":{"rendered":"Civil Defence offers helping hand to vulnerable Donegal residents"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Donegal Civil Defence volunteers are ready to provide vital assistance to older and vulnerable residents struggling in the aftermath of Storm Boelo.<\/p>\n<p>With power outages continuing across the county, Donegal County Council has confirmed that trained Civil Defence volunteers are available to help those most affected by the disruption.<\/p>\n<p>The service is particularly keen to reach older people and vulnerable individuals who may need essential support, including assistance collecting vital medical supplies.<\/p>\n<p>Anyone requiring essential assistance is encouraged to contact Donegal Civil Defence on 074 917 5665.<\/p>\n<p>As of 6.30pm on Sunday 25th October, power has been restored to many areas of Donegal following Storm Boelo, although hundreds of customers are still facing further disruption.<\/p>\n<p>ESB PowerCheck figures recorded this evening show approx 1,427 customers in the dark.<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">North Inishowen has the highest combined number in the latest listings, with 377 customers affected, followed by faults listed in Donegal (232), Buncrana (152), Ballyshannon (134) and Glenties (123).<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\">The latest estimates indicate that 702 customers may remain without power into Monday, with some restoration times extending until 6pm. 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