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Tropical Storm Rafael Intensifies
Tropical Storm Rafael strengthens, threatening Cuba, Jamaica and Cayman Islands.
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- What is the current status and projected path of Tropical Storm Rafael?
- Tropical Storm Rafael is expected to intensify into a hurricane and impact Jamaica, the Cayman Islands, and western Cuba this week.
- What alerts or warnings have been issued for other regions besides Cuba?
- The Cayman Islands have received a hurricane warning, and parts of the Florida Keys are under a tropical storm watch as Rafael approaches.
- What preparations are underway in Cuba to address the approaching storm?
- Cuba is taking precautionary measures, including declaring a cyclonic alert for five western provinces and the Isla de la Juventud.
- What actions are being taken to ensure the safety of residents in potentially affected areas?
- Evacuations are being prepared in Cuba for residents in vulnerable areas, such as those with poorly constructed houses or those near bodies of water.
- What is the expected intensity of the storm, and when is it expected to impact various regions?
- The storm is currently packing winds of 75 kilometers per hour and is projected to strengthen before reaching Cuba on Wednesday.