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Irish grid enters emergency mode as data centre demand strains capacity
NewstalkLO·IE·2 days ago
Residents of a Wexford nursing home are being transported through the back entrance in a hearse because the facility lacks accessible exits, an ongoing issue that has left them effectively trapped. The incident highlights systemic infrastructure neglect in care facilities, though the specific cause and timeline of the failure remain unclear. This matters as it exposes a broader risk to vulnerable populations in similar settings across Ireland.