Bunbeg

It is officially the smallest townland in Gaoth Dobhair (Gweedore), but today the name Bunbeg is used to describe a large region of the parish.

It lasted for several hours and caused two rivers to burst their banks, flooding houses and businesses, and damaging roads and bridges.

Lightning strikes damaged power lines and mobile phone services, causing those trapped by the floods to be unable to communicate.

[9] The hotel used to be very popular for weddings and other events in the area due to its picturesque location and the size of the function rooms.

[20] The large fishing boat, originally built in Brittany, France, was called "Ami Des Flots" (Friend of the Waves).

[23] In recent years efforts have been taken to preserve and salvage the ship, after decades of being exposed to the elements from the sea have led to its degradation.