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Hurricane Rafael Intensifies, Strikes Cuba and Heads for Gulf

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.

via NPR|

#cuba #evacuation #hurricanerafael

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Hurricane Rafael Leaves Cuba in Darkness, Heads for Gulf

Hurricane Rafael has caused a nationwide blackout in Cuba, with winds reaching up to 185 km/h. The storm, a category-three hurricane, led to the evacuation of at least 70,000 people and warnings of storm surges, flash flooding, and mudslides. This blackout follows a recent power outage linked to infrastructure issues and Hurricane Oscar. Rafael made landfall in Artemisa province and is expected to weaken slightly as it moves across the island, but will remain a hurricane as it enters the Gulf of Mexico.

via BBC.com|

#cubablackout #energyinfrastructure #evacuations

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Hurricane Rafael Slams Cuba with Category 3 Fury, Causes Blackouts

Hurricane Rafael, a Category 3 storm, has made landfall in western Cuba, bringing life-threatening storm surges, strong winds, and flash flooding. The storm, with sustained winds of 115 mph, is expected to move into the Gulf of Mexico, potentially affecting the Florida Keys and the northern Gulf Coast. While it may weaken before reaching the U.S. central Gulf coast, it could still cause coastal flooding and dangerous surf conditions. Climate change is cited as a factor in the storm's rapid intensification.

via The Independent|

#climatechange #cuba #gulfofmexico

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Hurricane Rafael Intensifies, Threatens Caribbean and U.S. with Heavy Rain

Hurricane Rafael is on a path towards Cuba, expected to bring tropical storm-strength winds and rain before moving into the Gulf of Mexico and potentially threatening the southeastern United States. The National Hurricane Center monitors cyclones, classifying them based on wind speed, with hurricanes posing risks such as strong winds, storm surges, and flooding. This hurricane season could be particularly severe, with predictions of 17 to 25 tropical storms, including several major hurricanes.

via The Washington Post|

#cuba #gulfofmexico #hurricanerafael