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Storm Eowyn – Be winter ready

Very strong winds associated with Storm Éowyn causing very dangerous conditions and significant disruption on Friday View the full warning details and map.

Prepare: Plan for what to do if you have a power cut or smell gas

Care: Check in with people who might need extra help

Share: Share this information so friends and family can make a plan too

How to prepare for storms and bad weather

There are important precautions you can take in the rare event power is cut due to bad weather or if you are worried about gas safety.

The energy networks are built to withstand high winds, heavy rain and snow. But sometimes severe weather can bring down power lines and cause power cuts. Gas central heating boilers also work harder in colder months, so it’s best to prepare and make sure your gas appliances are winter ready.

There are some important precautions you can take in the rare event power is cut or if you are worried about gas safety.

Prepare – Make a plan: know what to do if you have a power cut or smell gas

• Save 105, the free national power cut emergency number, to your phone.
• Keep a mobile phone fully charged so you can use it to go online for updates or call if you have a power cut.
• Keep a torch handy in case you are without power during the night.
• Have warm clothes, blankets and food which doesn’t need heating accessible.

Care – Check in with people who might need extra help

• Check on neighbours, family and friends to make sure they have a plan if they have a power cut or smell gas
• Check now to see if you or someone you know can get extra help during bad weather through the Priority Services Register
• The Priority Services Register is a free service to help people who have additional needs. You can sign up by contacting your energy supplier and network operator. Remember to keep your supplier or network operator updated if your circumstances change