Hurricane Rafael Intensifies, Strikes Cuba and Heads for Gulf
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Hurricane Rafael, a Category 3 storm, has knocked out Cuba's entire power grid as it moved across the island, causing massive waves, flooding, and widespread damage. The storm, which has now weakened to a Category 2, is expected to bring life-threatening conditions to western Cuba and has already impacted Jamaica and the Cayman Islands. Thousands have been evacuated, and flights have been canceled as Cuba braces for further impact. The U.S. has issued travel advisories, and the storm is expected to affect Florida with heavy rain and potential tornadoes.
- Cuba's power grid goes down as Hurricane Rafael plows across island NPR
- Rafael Will Pass Cuba & Head Toward The Gulf The Weather Channel
- Category 2 Rafael to traverse through Gulf of Mexico after slamming Cuba as major hurricane WESH 2 Orlando
- Hurricane Rafael tracker: Storm strengthens into Category 3 hurricane as it approaches Cuba USA TODAY
- Florida hurricane forecast: With Rafael rumblings, storm-stung state should only see rain Tallahassee Democrat
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