Hurricane Frances pounded Florida with high wind and heavy rain today after it smashed across the state’s east coast, knocking out power to four million people, shredding roofs and uprooting trees.

The centre of the eye of Hurricane Frances struck Florida’s east coast today with sustained winds of 105mph and lashing rain, knocking out power to two million people.

A Florida woman has been charged with aggravated battery for reportedly wearing excessive perfume – which her husband claims could kill him.