For a time smoke was billowing on to the N2 from the fire.

Gardaí in Carrickmacross are encouraging motorists to be mindful when travelling along the N2 this evening.

217 customers are currently without power in the Ballyconnell area with an estimated restoration time of 2pm this afternoon.

Cllr Carthy added that he and his wife received "valuable support" from Feileacain.

The EPA have also listed Bailieborough, Blacklion, and Mullagh in Cavan and Castleblayney in Monaghan priority areas for upgrades.

The pumps failed to work correctly for over a week.

Blood supplies are down to three days for most types including 'O' positive which is the blood type of 48 per cent of the Irish population.

Colm's fundraiser has raised €3,180 to date for Turn2Me.