WorldStorm Austen leaves thousands without power as it sweeps across parts of the UK

Name: Storm Austen leaves thousands without power as it sweeps across parts of the UK
Uploaded: 2026-10-23T06:32:59.000Z
Description: More than 5,000 homes in Cornwall are without power as Storm Austen crosses parts of the UK, National Grid reports. The Met Office has issued an amber strong-wind warning for Cornwall and parts of Devon, while Guernsey and Jersey are under a red warning. Gusts of up to 80mph are expected in the South West and Channel Islands, and all schools in Jersey will close on Friday.

More than 5,000 homes in Cornwall are without power as Storm Austen crosses parts of the UK, National Grid reports. The Met Office has issued an amber strong-wind warning for Cornwall and parts of Devon, while Guernsey and Jersey are under a red warning. Gusts of up to 80mph are expected in the South West and Channel Islands, and all schools in Jersey will close on Friday.

BBC News 2026-10-23 06:32