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Tropical Storm Rafael Intensifies

Tropical Storm Rafael strengthens, threatening Florida and the Caribbean with heavy rain and potential hurricane conditions.

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What is the storm's projected path and intensity?: Hurricane warnings have been issued for the Cayman Islands, and tropical storm warnings are in effect for Jamaica and parts of Cuba. The storm is expected to be near or over the Cayman Islands by late Tuesday.
What kind of impacts are expected from the storm?: Rafael is forecast to bring 3 to 6 inches of rain to the western Caribbean, with up to 9 inches possible in some areas, and coastal flooding in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands.
What areas are currently under warnings or watches?: Rafael is the 17th named storm of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season and is expected to approach the U.S. later this week. Heavy rain is possible in Florida and the Southeast.
What is the current status of Tropical Storm Rafael?: Tropical Storm Rafael formed in the Caribbean and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane on Tuesday. A tropical storm watch is in effect for parts of the Florida Keys and Dry Tortugas.
How does this hurricane season compare to predictions?: This hurricane season has been very active, exceeding the predictions of several forecast centers and resulting in significant damage. The high sea surface temperatures in the Atlantic are contributing factors.

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