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Hurricane Rafael Heads Toward Cuba
Hurricane Rafael intensifies into a category 1 hurricane, prompting mass evacuations in Cuba as it approaches the island.
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- What is the speed and direction of Hurricane Rafael's movement?
- Hurricane Rafael is moving northwest at 24 kilometers per hour. It is predicted to pass near the Cayman Islands tonight before approaching western Cuba on Wednesday, eventually heading towards the southeastern Gulf of Mexico.
- What is the current status and projected path of Hurricane Rafael?
- Hurricane Rafael, a category 1 storm, is approaching Cuba after intensifying near the Cayman Islands. The storm is expected to make landfall on Wednesday, prompting mass evacuations in Cuba.
- Which organization is providing updates and warnings about the hurricane?
- The National Hurricane Center (NHC) in Miami is closely monitoring Hurricane Rafael and issuing warnings and updates to the public and affected governments regarding its path and intensity.
- What actions has the Cuban government taken in response to the approaching hurricane?
- The Cuban government has ordered evacuations in western and central provinces in anticipation of Hurricane Rafael's arrival. Schools and interprovincial transportation have been suspended, and airports in the western zone have also closed.
- What potential impacts is Hurricane Rafael expected to have on the Cayman Islands and Cuba?
- Rafael is expected to bring strong winds, heavy rainfall, and a significant storm surge to parts of the Cayman Islands and the southern coast of Cuba, including Isla de la Juventud.