Currently the electricity grid can accommodate up to 75% of electricity from renewable sources at any one time.

The ESB doesn't think power will be back in these homes, farms and business until at least 2pm tomorrow.

ESB Network crews are working to restore power to all customers in areas impacted by lightning related outages.

Non residential properties such as businesses or industry saw the highest drain on the grid locally last year.

Those in attendance expressed anger over ongoing electricity faults caused by fallen forestry in the area.

There are approximately 1,200 people without electricity in each of the three Counties.

A tornado watch has also been issued for Ireland, with potential for funnel clouds to develop during thunderstorms.

ESB crews are still working to restore electricity to homes and businesses this morning.