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Storm Dave resulting in power outages, tree falls, and flight delays in Kerry

Apr 4, 2026 17:15
By radiokerrynews
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Storm Dave resulting in power outages, tree falls, and flight delays in Kerry

The impact of Storm Dave is being felt across Kerry.

More than 3,000 homes and businesses are without power.

Meanwhile Kerry County Council has reported fallen trees on roads.

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According to ESB Networks' Powercheck app, 852 customers are without power in the Portmagee area - the estimated restoration is 7.15pm - while a further 203 customers in the Cahersiveen area are also experiencing power cuts; it's hoped power will be restored here by 5.45pm.

Almost 2,000 homes and businesses are without electricity in Sméarla in North Kerry. The estimated restoration time is 5.30pm.

Seventy-six customers have lost power in Rathmore; it's hoped electricity will be restored by 5.30pm.

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Fifty-two homes and businesses are affected in Waterville, estimated restoration time is 6.30pm; 26 customers have no power near Mastergeehy; it's hoped power will be restored here by 6pm.

Crews are working to solve the issue and up-to-date estimated restoration times for both faults are available on the ESB Networks’ Powercheck app.

To report an outage, call 1800 372 999.

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Gardaí in Tralee report that the road at Ballyard, just outside the Tralee Bay Wetlands, is impassable due to a fallen tree.

Kerry County Council is attending the scene.

Meanwhile the council is clearing a tree which fell on cables at Ballintogher, Lixnaw.

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The council is advising everyone  to take extra caution if travelling or out of doors and to stay away from the coastline with high tide expected between 6.30pm and 7.30pm.

Kerry Airport flights are also being impacted by Storm Dave.

A flight from Stansted that was due to arrive just before 4 o’clock was unable to land due to strong winds.

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Passengers are advised to check with Ryanair for updates on any changes or disruptions to routes.

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