Devon and Cornwall are preparing for the arrival of Storm Austen as forecasters warn that wind gusts of up to 80mph could bring disruption across the South West.
The forecast gusts, which could reach 130km/h, are expected to affect the region as the storm approaches. The warning has prompted preparations in Devon and Cornwall, where residents and authorities are battening down ahead of the anticipated conditions.
The forecast covers the wider South West, with strong winds posing the prospect of disruption across the region. No specific incidents or damage have been reported in the supplied information.
The latest situation is that Storm Austen is approaching and the strongest gusts are forecast to reach up to 80mph. Further impacts will depend on the conditions as the storm moves through the South West.