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Tropical Storm Rafael to Become Hurricane
Tropical Storm Rafael is forecast to become a hurricane, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to the western Caribbean and potentially Florida.
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Michael Lowry
- What are the expected rainfall and flooding risks in the Caribbean and Florida?
- Heavy rainfall is expected across western Caribbean areas, including Jamaica and Cuba, increasing the risk of flooding and landslides, with impacts extending to Florida and the Southeast later in the week.
- What is the current status and expected intensification of Tropical Storm Rafael?
- Tropical Storm Rafael is expected to strengthen into a hurricane by Wednesday, bringing destructive winds and heavy rain to the western Caribbean and southern Florida.
- Which areas are currently under hurricane alerts and what are the potential impacts?
- Jamaica and the Cayman Islands are under hurricane alerts, with hurricane-force winds possible by Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday for western Cuba.
- What is the uncertainty surrounding the storm's path and potential impacts on the US?
- The storm's path remains uncertain, with models predicting landfall in western Cuba and then either a northwestward track toward the US or a left turn into the Gulf, potentially weakening the storm or impacting northeastern Mexico.
- How is Rafael expected to compare in intensity to previous hurricanes this year, and why?
- While five hurricanes have already made landfall on the US Gulf Coast this year, Rafael is expected to be less intense than Helene and Milton due to geographical factors and unfavorable winds.