Ophelia: Thousands still without power or water

Thousands of people, including many in the Premier County, remain without electricity and water this morning, in the wake of storm Ophelia.

Three people lost their lives in the worst storm to hit the republic in over 50 years – one of whom was named as Ardfinnan man Michael Pyke.

Over one hundred thousand households are still without power this morning, while 48 thousand thousand homes have no water.

Meanwhile, it’s back to the classroom today for children across Tipperary – after a two-day closure due to Storm Ophelia.

Bus Éireann is resuming over 6 thousand school transport services this morning.

It says little or no disruption is anticipated.