US EditionHurricane Rafael forecast to strengthen to powerful Category 3 storm before hitting Cuba
- Hurricane Rafael is forecast to strengthen to a major Category 3 hurricane before landing in western Cuba, bringing "life-threatening" storm surges, winds, and flash floods.
- Classes and public transport were suspended in parts of Cuba as authorities issued an alarm for the incoming weather.
- The U.S. State Department advised citizens to "reconsider travel to Cuba due to the potential impact of Tropical Storm Rafael.
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Hurricane Rafael, which hit Cuba in the last few hours as a powerful Category 3 storm, began to weaken as it entered the Gulf of Mexico.This cyclone moves north-west in the direction of open water, creating uncertainty about its route and possible effects in the region.The authorities closely monitor its movement and evolution, largely due to its potential impact on the south of the United States and the Gulf of Mexico, where coastal communities…
The island, which has been suffering a deep energy crisis for months, was left without light on Wednesday night.Thousands of evacuees and the government are alert to the forecast of heavy rains and wind.
Almost three weeks after an island-wide blackout, Cuba's dilapidated power grid has collapsed again. The blackout occurred when Hurricane Rafael hit the Caribbean state.
Whole of Cuba loses power as Hurricane Rafael hits with 115mph...
Cuba suffered a nationwide blackout on Wednesday as Hurricane Rafael brought winds of up to 185km/h (115mph) to the Caribbean island. The country's national energy company said strong winds had caused the shutdown of the electricity system. At least 70,000 people were evacuated from their homes before the category three storm made landfall on Wednesday evening with warnings of storm surges, flash flooding, and mudslides. It comes just weeks afte…
Hurricane Rafael, which brought winds of 185 kilometers per hour, left all of Cuba without electricity. At least 70,000 people had to leave their homes, and the authorities are warning of floods and landslides.
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