
It’s been two weeks since Storm Éowyn hit the country and more than 25,000 homes are still without power.
Parts of Galway, Mayo and Roscommon have been worst hit, and there have been calls for compensation to be paid for affected customers.
However, one local man is revelling in his temporary electricity free life.
Jack Flash (54) told DTTN that he was delighted at the savings he was making on his electric bill, which is usually “a fucking dose” to pay.
“Ham and cheese sandwiches for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Sure, we’re living like kings,” said Flash. “Im not paying for any of that takeaway muck. It’s real food for us.
Showers with the hose out of the back and a splash of Radox, pure magic. The kids moan, but sure aren’t these cold showers all the rage? Gets the blood pumping.”
Flash’s children have also been traumatised by the lack of electronic devices leading to increased family time.
“Sure, we’re having great chats,” said Flash. “The kids are loving all my old stories, especially how I scored the winning point in the U-16 county semi-final. I tell that one every night. They pretend to be asleep, but sure they love it.”
Flash’s family are staying warm by wearing six jumpers at all times and huddling together in bed at night.
His wife and kids are counting down the days until the power returns.