Storm Austen causes partial collapse of Brighton's historic West Pier

A section of Brighton's West Pier collapsed into the sea during Storm Austen, as captured on video. The pier, already in a derelict state, has suffered further structural damage from the storm. This is a notable loss of a historic landmark, though it does not pose a broader economic or security threat.

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