Planned power outages to affect Arklow and surrounding areas

Residents in Arklow and a number of surrounding areas are set to be affected by two planned electricity outages as ESB Networks carries out upgrade works. The outages will take place on Monday, August 24, and Sunday, August 30, with power due to be interrupted between 9am and 5pm on both days. Areas affected include Annagh, Clogga, Coolgreaney, Inch, Johnstown, Kilanerin, Kish, Moneyland and Thomastown, as well as surrounding areas. ESB Networks said Monday's outage is required to facilitate ongoing upgrades to the local 20kV electricity network, while the outage the following Sunday will allow upgrade works to be carried out at Tinahask 38kV Station. Read more Wicklow company's walk and fun day raises €12,000 for local cancer charity The company said the works are necessary to provide a more resilient electricity network, improve protection and provide a better quality of service for customers across the area. Customers affected by the planned outages have been notified in advance. ESB Networks apologised for the disruption and thanked customers for their patience and understanding. Updates on both planned outages will be available through PowerCheck.ie during the works.