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 types of severe weather conditions were mentioned as affecting the electricity network?

How many homes were reconnected after the severe weather crisis?

What does Northern Ireland electricity describe the recent weather crisis as?

What actions were taken by the emergency crews in response to the weather conditions?

What specific damages were caused to the electricity network due to the severe weather?