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20 Jan 2026

Community Assistance Centre hubs open for residents of Causeway Coast and Glens impacted by power outages

These facilities will enable residents who have been impacted by power cuts to charge mobile devices, keep warm and to also get a hot cup of tea or coffee

People urged to prioritise safety as historic Storm Eowyn poses severe threat

Council will be opening community assistance centre hubs in both Coleraine Leisure Centre and Roe Valley Leisure Centre during normal weekend opening times of Saturday, January 25 between 8.15am and 3.30pm and on Sunday, January 26 between 10am and 3.30pm.

A spokesperson for Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council said: "As we continue to assess storm damage to Council buildings, we will advise on additional community assistance centre hub locations in due course to support those residents who have been most affected by the storm.

"These facilities will enable residents who have been impacted by power cuts to charge mobile devices, keep warm and to also get a hot cup of tea or coffee.

"We would ask that you share this information with friends, family and neighbours who do not have internet access. Please continue to exercise caution when travelling while Met Office weather warnings remain in place."

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