Hurricane Rafael Pummels Cuba, Knocking Out Power and Leaving a Trail of Destruction

Hurricane Rafael slammed into Cuba as a powerful Category 3 storm, causing widespread power outages and flooding. The storm, which had already battered Jamaica and the Cayman Islands, brought life-threatening storm surges, winds, and flash floods to the western parts of the island. This comes just two weeks after another hurricane devastated eastern Cuba, leaving the country struggling to recover.

Hurricane Rafael Pummels Cuba: Category 2 Storm Hits After Devastating Previous Hurricane

Hurricane Rafael, now a Category 2 storm, has made landfall in western Cuba, delivering another blow to the island nation still recovering from a previous hurricane two weeks ago. The storm brought heavy rains, floods, and potential mudslides, causing power outages and prompting evacuation orders. Meanwhile, Jamaica and the Cayman Islands also experienced significant damage from the storm.

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