Tropical Storm Rafael expected to form in Caribbean and approach Cuba as potential hurricane

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A weather system in the Caribbean is expected to become Tropical Storm Rafael on Monday, with winds of 35 mph. It may strengthen into a hurricane by Tuesday evening as it approaches western Cuba. Rafael is forecast to bring heavy rain to Jamaica and Cuba, raising concerns about flooding. The storm is expected to move into the southeastern Gulf of Mexico by Wednesday morning. Additionally, a low-pressure area in the southwestern Atlantic may form near the northern Leeward Islands, but development is considered unlikely. Tropical Storm Patty is also active, with winds of 40 mph, potentially affecting Portugal and western Spain.


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