Amber warning issued as Storm Austen threatens UK with strong winds and heavy rain
The Met Office has issued an amber warning for strong winds as Storm Austen approaches south-west England, with the strongest gusts expected early on Friday. The warning signals a high risk of significant disruption and possible danger from flying debris and large waves.
The amber warning covers Cornwall and parts of west Devon from 03:00 to 10:00 BST on Friday. Gusts of 60 to 70mph are forecast across the area, rising to 80mph on exposed coasts; a wider yellow warning covers parts of southern England and south Wales, where travel disruption and power cuts are also possible.
- Storm Austen is expected to bring severe winds to south-west England.
- Exposed coasts could see gusts of up to 80mph.
- Transport disruption, flying debris and power cuts are possible.