Tropical Storm Rafael forms in the Caribbean with potential impact on southeastern US
Tropical Storm Rafael is forming in the Caribbean and could impact the southeastern United States, particularly Florida. The National Hurricane Center forecasts it may develop into a hurricane in the coming days. Spaghetti models show various potential paths for the storm, indicating it may curve northward toward Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and possibly Tennessee. The exact trajectory remains uncertain. Meteorologists are monitoring the storm closely, with updates expected as new data becomes available. The storm's intensity and direction may change in the next 24 to 48 hours.