A rare November hurricane, Storm Rafael, is heading toward the US and has been upgraded to a Category 2. It is expected to make landfall somewhere between Texas and the Florida Panhandle, with western Cuba potentially facing its impact in the next few hours. With maximum sustained winds of 110 mph, Rafael presents a significant threat, leading the National Hurricane Center to issue warnings for the Florida Keys, forecasting up to three inches of rain and an increased risk of tornadoes.
While Rafael may weaken as it moves into the Gulf of Mexico, experts warn that rapid intensification is possible due to the high ocean temperatures, making it the strongest hurricane in the northwestern Caribbean this November since 2009. Floridians, still recovering from previous storms, are urged to stay vigilant for updates, as this storm could affect communities already under stress.
