2 more swans die after striking electric wires in Carrigans


The ESB says it is exploring more options to prevent the further death of birds striking over head cables in Carrigans.
15 Whooper Swans were found dead on Friday with the ESB acting quickley to tighten the lines and add more visual deterents
However since, two more swans have died after striking the wires – some locals are also complaining of power outages as a result.
Niall Hatch from Bird Watch Ireland says ESB is working to tackle the issue to prevent similar incidents:

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