Storm Austen unleashes heavy rain and fierce winds along a rural road in Cornwall, UK

On October 23, 2026, in Delabole, Cornwall, UK, @StormTrackUK shared footage showing heavy rain and strong winds during Storm Austen. In the video, rain lashes across a rural road illuminated by vehicle headlights beneath a dark night sky, while trees and dense roadside vegetation sway in the powerful gusts. According to reports, Storm Austen brought heavy rainfall and powerful winds to Cornwall and other parts of southwest England. The severe weather caused flooding, fallen trees, power flashes, and power cuts in affected areas. Wind gusts reportedly reached 70–80 mph in some locations, while more than 9,000 households across Cornwall were reported to have lost power.