The fault occurred this morning.
Almost 200 properties are without power in Laois, as Storm Francis passes over the country.
The fault is affecting 196 customers customers in Rathdowney since this morning.
ESB Network crews are working to repair the issue and supply should be restored by around 7 o'clock.
Nationally, 11,000 homes, farms and businesses are without power this afternoon with severe flooding reported in southern counties.
A status yellow rainfall warning remains in place for the midlands until 9 o'clock tonight.
Gavin Gallagher from Met Éireann says the entire country will be affected by Storm Francis:
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