Thousands without power and travel disruption as Storm Austen batters southern UK

BBC Science Friday 23 October 2026, 16:39 UTC 1 min read

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On Saturday, Storm Boelo is forecast to bring more strong winds and heavy rain to Scotland and parts of northern England.

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Storm Austen: Brighton’s West Pier partially collapses as 110mph winds batter UK – with more severe weather on way There is little respite in sight, with Storm Boela forecast to sweep across the UK this weekend, bringing further powerful gusts and torrential downpours. - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments Become an Independent member to bookmark this article Already a member? Log in Thousands of homes have been left without power and schools closed as Storm Austen battered the UK on Friday...

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