ESB out - trees and ESB poles down as Storm Barney hits Kildare - send us your updates

There are reports of a live ESB pole hanging dangerously  beside Willougbys hardware in Monastrevin. The road is closed and Gardai are on the scene.

Locals say the ESB have been informed and are also reporting that there are flying slates and debris, near Earleys shop in Monastrevin.

Electricity is out for the past hour in Caragh and part of Newbridge - including the Kildare Post office on Toughers business park.