Watch: Trees ripped up as Storm Austen batters Britain
Summary
Storm Austen caused strong winds and heavy rain in southern England and Wales, cutting power to more than 15,000 homes. The storm damaged trees, blocked roads and railways, and caused part of Brighton's West Pier to collapse. Another storm, Boelo, is expected to bring more bad weather over the weekend.Key Facts
- Storm Austen brought wind speeds up to 84 mph (135 km/h) in Jersey.
- Over 15,000 homes lost power in southern England and Wales.
- Fallen trees blocked roads and railway lines, disrupting travel.
- Part of the historic West Pier in Brighton collapsed into the sea because of the storm.
- Storm Boelo is forecasted to hit areas including Scotland, northern England, and Northern Ireland with strong winds and rain.
- The UK Met Office issued an amber warning for wind on Saturday and Sunday.
- Storm Austen is the first named storm of the season in the UK.
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