Storm Austen Prompts Severe Wind Warnings Across UK and France

Storm Austen has led to "danger to life" wind warnings in the UK, with gusts up to 80 mph in southwest England, and orange alerts in western and northern France, where winds could reach 140 km/h. Heavy rain and snow in the Scottish Highlands are also expected. This severe weather is causing widespread travel disruptions, including rail cancellations in Normandy and Brittany, and potential power outages, impacting public safety and infrastructure across both nations.