Over 1,500 homes and businesses are currently affected by a power outage in Ennis.
The fault occurred shortly before 4pm this afternoon and is affecting supply to home and businesses on the Tulla and Gort Roads, as well as in Francis Street and other nearby areas.
ESB crews are working to resolve the issue and expect to have power restored to all premises later this evening.
A native of Ennis, Colin McGann has been editor of The Clare Champion since August 2020. Former editor of The Clare People, he is a journalism and communications graduate of Dublin Institute of Technology.