Recovery operations are continuing following Storm Amy, with most homes and businesses now reconnected to electricity and water supplies.

The National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management (NDFEM) chaired a further meeting of the National Severe Weather Humanitarian Group on Sunday morning to review progress. The group said significant improvements have been made across all affected counties, though some households remain without essential services.

Ireland was hit by its strongest winds since Storm Éowyn as Storm Amy swept along the northwest coast on Friday. Malin Head in Donegal and Magilligan in Derry both recorded gusts of 148 km/h, the latter recording the highest ever gust measured in October in Northern Ireland, according to the UK Met Office.

ESB Networks and Uisce Éireann crews remain deployed in the areas still impacted. ESB Networks has updated its PowerCheck website with estimated restoration times. Road networks have reopened, and public transport is operating to normal schedules.

Donegal was the county worst affected by the storm. Eight Community Support Centres activated in response remain open to provide essential services. Donegal County Council has also published an interactive map showing affected areas.

Households with urgent financial needs arising from the storm have been advised to contact the Community Welfare Service at has@welfare.ie.

ESB Networks has reiterated its public safety message urging people to stay clear of fallen or damaged power lines, which may be live. Damage should be reported to 1800 372 999.

The NDFEM said it will continue to liaise with departments and agencies to monitor the situation and ensure remaining issues are addressed.