Tropical Storm Rafael has formed in the Caribbean and is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to Jamaica and the Cayman Islands before intensifying into a hurricane.
Forecasters predict the storm will hit Cuba and potentially impact the U.S. Gulf Coast by the weekend. Residents in the affected areas are being urged to prepare for possible flooding and dangerous conditions as the storm strengthens.
Rafael is the 17th named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, and its path is being closely monitored by meteorologists.
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This is yet another reminder that climate change is making these storms more frequent and intense. We need to take real action now to reduce our carbon emissions and protect vulnerable communities before it gets even worse.
Yet another reminder that we need serious action on climate change, because these storms are only getting stronger and more frequent.
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Tropical storm Rafael predicted to strengthen, likely hit Cuba as hurricane
Tropical storm Rafael formed Monday in the Caribbean and will bring heavy rain to Jamaica and the Cayman Islands before strengthening into a hurricane and likely hitting Cuba, forecasters said.
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