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

https://mins.news/en/video/112246

- BBC News, 2026-10-23 06:32 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xE-CBMukbE

> 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.

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