Forecasters face uncertainty in predicting Hurricane Rafael's path after Cuba landfall

Hurricane Rafael made landfall in Cuba as a Category 3 storm, causing widespread power outages and damage. The storm's winds reached 105 mph, leaving ten million people without electricity. It has since weakened to a Category 2 hurricane as it moves into the Gulf of Mexico. Forecasters are uncertain about Rafael's future path. While it is expected to track westward toward Mexico, models show varying potential directions, including a possible turn toward the U.S. Gulf Coast. The National Hurricane Center noted "above average uncertainty" in predictions. Despite the uncertainty, there are currently no coastal watches or warnings in effect. The storm is expected to create dangerous surf and rip currents in the Gulf. Recovery efforts are underway in Cuba, but many areas remain without power and transportation services are limited.