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Hurricane Rafael lashes Cuba, causing widespread power outage
Hurricane Rafael hits Cuba, causing a nationwide blackout and significant damage.
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- What is the current status and movement of Hurricane Rafael?
- After making landfall, Rafael weakened to a Category 2 hurricane and is now moving northwest away from Cuba toward the Gulf of Mexico.
- What was the impact of Hurricane Rafael on Cuba's power grid?
- Cuba's electrical grid completely failed due to Hurricane Rafael's high winds, leaving all 10 million residents without power—the second such incident in under a month.
- What level of impact is expected on the Gulf Coast from Rafael?
- The storm's impact on the Gulf Coast is expected to be minimal, with only some rip current risk and minor coastal flooding anticipated.
- What was the initial category of Hurricane Rafael upon landfall in Cuba?
- Hurricane Rafael, initially a Category 3 hurricane, made landfall in Cuba's Artemisa province, causing widespread damage and a complete blackout across the nation.
- What were some of the other significant effects of Hurricane Rafael on Cuba?
- The hurricane caused significant damage in Cuba, including downed trees and power lines, school closures, suspended public transport, and flight cancellations.