Thousands without power after Storm Austen slams into UK

Roads flooded in Bournemouth this morning (Picture: Alamy Live News)

Nearly 7,000 homes have been left without power as Storm Austen hit the UK last night.

Flights and trains have also been cancelled as millions of people are being placed under weather warnings by mid-morning.

Those in the South West are the most affected, with a red weather warning coming into place over Guernsey and Jers...