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Power Outages in Kerry Today: Live ESB Map

Written by John RooneySolar Energy EditorUpdated 26 October 2026

ESB Networks is not reporting any power outages in Co. Kerry right now. The map and list below show every fault and planned outage ESB Networks is publishing for Kerry, with the estimated time power will be back. To report a new power cut or a fallen line, ring ESB Networks on 1800 372 999.

Over the last 90 days we recorded 447 outages in Kerry, and the typical unplanned fault was fixed in 2 hours 12 minutes. The areas hit most often were Milltown (sr), Smearla, Gurranebane.

Live ESB power outage map for Kerry

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Areas of Kerry affected by power outages right now

ESB Networks is reporting no active power outages in Co. Kerry right now, as of Mon 11:54. PowerCheck lists outages affecting more than 10 properties.

PowerCheck only lists outages affecting more than 10 properties. If your power is out and nothing shows near you, check your fuseboard for a tripped switch first, then ring 1800 372 999. For the whole country, see the national ESB power outage map.

Recent power cuts in Kerry

ESB removes an outage from PowerCheck a few hours after power is restored. These are the latest outages we logged in Kerry, including ones that have already cleared.

AreaTypeCustomersStartedPower back
CastleislandFault2525 Oct, 22:3426 Oct, 01:18
CastleislandFault27325 Oct, 22:3426 Oct, 00:03
CastleislandFault31825 Oct, 22:3425 Oct, 23:47
BallybunionFault6425 Oct, 15:3525 Oct, 16:46
Milltown (sr)Fault7025 Oct, 11:3525 Oct, 12:00
BallybunionFault11125 Oct, 09:5625 Oct, 10:15
DingleFault8425 Oct, 07:3325 Oct, 09:51
DingleFault96325 Oct, 07:3325 Oct, 08:51
Milltown (sr)Fault3425 Oct, 01:1825 Oct, 08:58
Milltown (sr)Fault6725 Oct, 01:1825 Oct, 08:27
Milltown (sr)Fault1025 Oct, 01:1825 Oct, 07:01
Milltown (sr)Fault1,46325 Oct, 00:5625 Oct, 08:23
InchFault11324 Oct, 22:3925 Oct, 01:33
GurranebaneFault11024 Oct, 21:3524 Oct, 23:29
KenmareFault2424 Oct, 21:1724 Oct, 22:55

Power outages in Kerry

ESB Networks removes each outage from its live map once power is back, so no official record is kept. We log the feed continuously. Since 1 August 2026, Kerry has had 447 recorded outages affecting about 89,368 customer connections. Homes with battery storage keep essentials running through a cut.

Outages recorded
447
285 faults, 162 planned
Customers affected
89,368
total across all outages
Median fault duration
2 h 12 min
from 285 timed faults
Areas of Kerry with the most recorded outages
AreaOutagesCustomers affected
Milltown (sr)9323,641
Smearla425,895
Gurranebane373,898
Kenmare335,585
Castleisland303,848
Kilgarvan279,695
Rathmore2513,282
Woodford253,717
Inch202,310
Dingle193,427
Ballybeggan183,518
Coolcorcoran183,019

Area names are ESB Networks' own network labels, not town boundaries. See the national ESB outage map and outage history, or read about battery storage with outage backup.

How to report a power cut in Kerry

  1. Check your fuseboard. If neighbours still have power, a tripped RCD or main switch in your own home is the most likely cause.
  2. Check the map above or enter your Eircode on PowerCheck. If your area is listed, ESB already knows and the estimated restore time is shown.
  3. Ring ESB Networks on 1800 372 999 if nothing is listed. The line is free and open 24/7. Your electricity supplier cannot fix outages.
  4. Fallen line? Stay at least 20 metres away and ring 1800 372 999 straight away. Ring 999 if there is a fire risk.

More detail on restoration times, damage claims and vulnerable customer registration is in our full ESB power outage guide.

Keeping the power on in Kerry during an outage

Standard solar panels switch off when the grid goes down. A battery with a backup (EPS) function keeps lights, fridge, Wi-Fi and heating controls running through a power cut, then tops itself up from the panels. See how it works in our battery storage guide, or compare solar panel installers in Kerry.

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Power outages in Kerry: FAQ

Is there a power outage in Kerry today?

The live map on this page shows every outage ESB Networks is currently reporting in Co. Kerry, refreshed every two minutes. You can also enter your Eircode on PowerCheck (powercheck.esbnetworks.ie). If nothing is listed but your power is out, check your fuseboard, then ring ESB Networks on 1800 372 999.

Who do I call about a power cut in Kerry?

Ring ESB Networks on 1800 372 999, free and open 24 hours a day. ESB Networks runs the electricity network for every home in Kerry, whichever supplier you pay. Your supplier (Electric Ireland, Bord Gáis, SSE Airtricity and so on) handles bills, not outages.

How long do power cuts last in Kerry?

Over the last 90 days, the median unplanned fault in Kerry was fixed in 2 hours 12 minutes, across 285 faults we timed. Planned works usually run 4 to 6 hours and are announced in advance. Storm damage can take a day or more.

Which areas of Kerry have the most power outages?

In the last 90 days, the ESB network areas in Kerry with the most recorded outages were Milltown (sr), Smearla, Gurranebane. These are ESB's own network labels, which do not always match town names.

Do solar panels work during a power cut in Kerry?

Not on their own. Grid-tied solar panels shut off automatically when the grid fails, to protect ESB engineers working on the lines. To keep power during an outage you need a battery with a backup (EPS) function and a hybrid inverter that can isolate your home from the grid.

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John Rooney• Solar Energy Editor

John Rooney is the editor of Solar Info and has been covering the Irish solar energy market since 2023. He fact-checks all content against official SEAI data and maintains relationships with SEAI-registered installers across Ireland.

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