A‍ significant power outage is impacting residents in Kilmallock and surrounding areas of County Limerick this Sunday. As⁢ of 11:18 AM, approximately 719 customers are without electricity, affecting both the town itself and its outskirts.

Restoration Efforts Underway

The Electricity Supply Board (ESB) has acknowledged the disruption and is actively working to identify​ and resolve the fault.An ESB spokesperson stated that they apologize ​for the inconvenience and are committed to restoring power “as quickly as possible.” Current estimates from the ESB indicate power should be fully restored by 12:30 PM.

The cause of the⁤ outage remains unknown at‌ this time. Investigations are ongoing ‌to determine the source of the problem and prevent future occurrences.

Earlier ‍Outage in Garryspillane

This incident follows a​ separate, earlier power cut ⁣in the nearby village‌ of Garryspillane. Thirty customers experienced an ​outage beginning at 1:49 AM Sunday, with service successfully restored by 8:29 AM. This suggests potential strain on the local power grid or⁢ localized issues requiring attention.

Residents are advised to check ⁢the ESB Networks website for the latest updates and estimated restoration times. ‌Further information ‌regarding unrelated events in Limerick County can be found in reports on recent arrests made at a National Lockdown‌ protest.