US issues travel advisory for Cuba as Hurricane Rafael approaches

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The U.S. Department of State issued a "Level 3" travel advisory for Cuba on November 5, urging U.S. citizens to reconsider travel due to Hurricane Rafael. Tourists in Cuba are advised to leave immediately. Hurricane Rafael has strengthened to a Category 1 storm, with maximum winds of 75 mph. It is moving northwest toward western Cuba after passing the Cayman Islands. The National Hurricane Center expects the storm to intensify further in the coming days. U.S. citizens in Cuba needing emergency assistance should contact local authorities.


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