The Carrickmacross outlet was praised for 'it's focus on continually exceeding customer expectations is a testament to the hard work of their staff, for which they should be very proud' management said.

Works have already been completed in parts of Co Monaghan with a total of 11,708 premises that can order high-speed broadband.

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.