Engineers Working Hard to Get Power Back On

Severe weather, including rain, hail, snow, and gale-force winds, has severely impacted the electricity network, leaving 40,000 homes without power. Northern Ireland Electricity describes it as the worst weather crisis in 15 years. Emergency crews have been working since early morning to restore power and repair the network, which has suffered significant damage due to the severe conditions.

What natural elements caused significant disruption to the electricity network?

• Drought and heatwaves

• Volcanic eruptions and landslides

• Rain, hail, snow, sleet, and gale-force winds

• Earthquakes and tsunamis

How many homes were still without power after 60,000 were reconnected?

• 40,000

• 20,000

• 50,000

• 30,000

How did Northern Ireland Electricity describe the weather crisis?

• A minor inconvenience

• The worst in 15 years

• An expected seasonal event

• The most challenging in a decade

At what time did the emergency crews begin their work?

• 7:00 AM

• 6:00 AM

• 8:00 AM

• 5:00 AM

What challenges did the emergency crews face while making repairs?

• Lack of equipment

• Severe snow and drifting

• Communication issues

• Shortage of personnel