India, Oct. 23 -- A significant section of Brighton's historic West Pier has collapsed into the sea as Storm Austen brought powerful winds and rough weather to the south coast of England on Friday, October 23, 2026. Video footage shows part of the deteriorating Victorian structure breaking away and falling into the water, renewing attention on the future of one of Brighton's best-known historic landmarks.

The collapse occurred as Storm Austen affected parts of southern England, with coastal wind gusts reaching up to 70 mph in exposed areas. The West Pier had been closed to the public for decades and had suffered extensive damage over the years. The latest incident highlights the continuing deterioration of the structure, which has remain...