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Storm Austen Causes Double Travel Blow as Fallen Trees Hit Road and Rail
The Met Office warned of 70mph gusts, power cuts and transport delays as trees blocked roads, rail lines and ferry routes.
- On Friday, October 23, 2026, Storm Austen brought damaging 80mph winds across the UK, leaving thousands of homes without power and forcing school closures in Cornwall amid widespread travel disruption.
- The Met Office issued yellow weather warnings for wind across most of England and Wales, with gusts expected to reach up to 70mph and warnings cautioning against power losses and building damage.
- Exeter Airport cancelled flights while fallen trees blocked the A39, and rail services faced disruptions between Haywards Heath and Three Bridges, plus Lewes and Brighton.
- Network Rail Scotland implemented temporary speed restrictions to "keep people safe," while the Royal National Lifeboat Institution urged the public to "stay vigilant and not take unnecessary risks."
- Storm Boelo will follow soon, bringing strong winds of up to 75mph and heavy rain to parts of Northern Ireland, Scotland, and northern England this weekend.
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