Rafael Weakens, Turns West
Rafael Weakens, Turns West
Source: Reduce Flooding Blog - Bob Rehak
Date: 11/07/2024 10:40am
Article Summary:
Hurricane Rafael Weakens and Turns West, Main Impact Will Be High Waves
Late-season Hurricane Rafael briefly reached Category 3 strength as it crossed over Cuba, but has since weakened to a Category 2 storm with sustained wind speeds of 100 MPH. The storm is now turning west towards Mexico, away from Houston and the northern Gulf of Mexico, with further weakening predicted due to wind sheer and drier air. The main impact in southeast Texas will be high waves, with potential for minor coastal flooding during high tides this weekend.
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Date: 11/07/2024 10:40am
Article Summary:
Hurricane Rafael Weakens and Turns West, Main Impact Will Be High Waves
Late-season Hurricane Rafael briefly reached Category 3 strength as it crossed over Cuba, but has since weakened to a Category 2 storm with sustained wind speeds of 100 MPH. The storm is now turning west towards Mexico, away from Houston and the northern Gulf of Mexico, with further weakening predicted due to wind sheer and drier air. The main impact in southeast Texas will be high waves, with potential for minor coastal flooding during high tides this weekend.
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