Storm Austen brings power cuts and travel disruption as more wind and rain forecast

BBC News Friday 23 October 2026, 18:48 UTC 1 min read

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Millions remain under yellow weather warnings for wind and rain, with a second storm expected to hit Scotland and parts of northern England on Saturday.

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Storm Austen brings power cuts and travel disruption as more wind and rain forecast

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