Thousands of homes without power as Storm Austen hits south-west England
Summary
Storm Austen caused strong winds and power outages for thousands of homes in south-west England. Schools closed, and warnings remain for another storm, Boelo, expected to bring more severe weather soon.Key Facts
- Storm Austen brought wind speeds up to 76 mph in south-west England.
- Over 16,000 homes lost power, with some restored by the following morning.
- Many schools in Cornwall delayed opening or closed due to the storm.
- The UK Met Office issued amber wind warnings for both Storm Austen and the upcoming Storm Boelo.
- Storm Boelo may bring gusts up to 80 mph on coasts and widespread 60-70 mph winds elsewhere.
- Officials warn of risks like power outages, damage, flying debris, and travel disruptions.
- A government campaign encourages people to prepare by stocking essential supplies.
- Ireland’s weather agency also issued multiple storm warnings for west coast areas.
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