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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Maryam Zakir-Hussain

Storm Austen: Brighton’s West Pier partially collapses as 110mph winds batter UK – with more severe weather on way

Thousands of homes have been left without power and schools closed as Storm Austen battered the UK on Friday with wind speeds of up to 110mph.

Part of Brighton’s West Pier fell into the sea on Friday (23 October) as huge sea waves crashed into the iconic landmark following powerful winds.

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