Over 93,000 homes and businesses are without power on Friday morning with a red weather warning currently in place.
NIE Networks say they have activated their emergency plans in response to Storm Eowyn.
A statement said: "Due to high winds, and with a red weather warning in place, we are experiencing widespread damage to the electricity network.
"Currently over 93,000 homes and businesses in Northern Ireland are off power. However, restoration efforts will take significant time as crews cannot begin to work until it is safe to do so. We anticipate we will begin assessing the damage to the network after 2pm once the red weather warning has been lifted.
"We strongly advise customers, particularly anyone vulnerable, to shelter where you are until the red weather warning is lifted. Once the severe weather warnings are lifted, if your power is out, consider joining friends and relatives who have power."
NIE Networks added that a power cut does happen, "it is crucial that you follow the below advice":
Never touch damaged electricity equipment Check in on vulnerable family, neighbours and friends, without travelling while red warning is in place Keep the freezer door closed to help preserve your food Report a power cut via nienetworks.co.uk, WhatsApp, Facebook or call our helpline on 03457 643 643Follow our blog here for live updates on Storm Eowyn.
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