Part of Brighton's ruined West Pier collapses as UK hit by Storm Austen

A part of Brighton's historic West Pier has collapsed after strong waves generated by Storm Austen crashed into the structure. Several weather warnings are in place and thousands are experiencing power outages as two named storms are set to hit the UK in as many days. UK weather latest: #StormAusten #Weather #Brighton #UK SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more videos: Follow us on X: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Instagram: Follow us on TikTok: For more content go to and download our apps: Apple Android Why not listen to one of our podcasts? This is Why, available for free here: or Ed Conway's Stuff Matters, available here: To enquire (Source: Sky News | Region: London, UK)