Chances of Tropical Storm Sara forming increase as Rafael strengthens in the Caribbean
A system in the southwestern Atlantic has a 30 percent chance of developing into Tropical Storm Sara within the next week, up from a previous 20 percent. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring this area of disturbance. Tropical Storm Rafael is also strengthening in the Caribbean, with winds nearing hurricane strength. It is expected to become a hurricane later today and could impact Cuba and the Gulf of Mexico. Tropical storm conditions are anticipated in the Florida Keys starting Wednesday. The potential path of Rafael remains uncertain, with possible landfall in Louisiana next week, marking a rare November occurrence.