The power is off.
Keep this page open. Opening it again without internet is not ready yet.
Who to ring
Danger to life
Free from any phone
112 or 999
Fallen wire or report the cut
ESB Networks
1800 372 999
Off for
Fridge: keep it shut
Four hours unopened, then check the food.
Freezer: keep it shut
Half full: 24 hours. Full: 48 hours.
Wrong start time?
Do these first
Why and what to check
If only you are off, check your trip switches when it is safe.
Why and what to check
Report an unlisted outage to ESB Networks.
Why and what to check
Leave medical and essential care equipment operating under the agreed care plan.
Why and what to check
You will know the moment power is back.
Why and what to check
Keep generators outdoors, away from doors, windows and vents. Treat every fallen wire as live.
Now the power is back
- Switch appliances back on gradually.
- Check fridge and freezer food using the recorded outage time above and the food-safety guidance below.
- Reset clocks and alarms.
- Report damage to ESB Networks: 1800 372 999. Treat fallen wires as live.
These are guides for unopened appliances, not food safety verdicts. Check food condition and temperature. Never taste food to test safety. If unsure, follow official advice and discard food you cannot establish is safe. Sources: Safefood, FSAI, checked 2026-10-28.