Tropical Storm Rafael moves through Caribbean, may impact Gulf Coast this weekend

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Tropical Storm Rafael is moving through the Caribbean and may reach the U.S. Gulf Coast this weekend. It is currently bringing strong winds and heavy rain to Jamaica. Rafael is expected to strengthen into a hurricane as it passes over the Cayman Islands and make landfall in Cuba on Wednesday as a Category 1 hurricane. This could cause mudslides and damaging winds. On Thursday, the storm's outer bands may affect the Florida Keys. A tropical storm watch is in effect. Its future impact on the Gulf Coast remains uncertain, with some models suggesting rain and others indicating a weakening storm heading toward Mexico.


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