Tropical Storm Rafael Intensifies, Threatens U.S. with Heavy Rain
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Tropical Storm Rafael is intensifying in the Caribbean and is expected to reach hurricane strength as it approaches Cuba, posing risks of damaging winds and rainfall. The storm could bring storm surges and possible tornadoes to the Florida Keys and southern Florida. Rafael is projected to weaken before reaching the US Gulf Coast, where hurricanes in November are rare. The storm follows recent destructive hurricanes in the region, exacerbated by record-high sea surface temperatures linked to global warming.
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