2024-11-07 23:55:09
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Hurricane Rafael's Devastating Impact on Cuba

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Hurricane Rafael has unleashed chaos across Cuba, striking with winds of up to 185 km/h. This powerful storm has left the entire island, home to around 10 million people, without electricity. The outdated and poorly maintained infrastructure has exacerbated the crisis, making recovery efforts even more challenging. As buildings crumbled, particularly in Havana, the urgency for evacuations grew. The government has mobilized resources to aid the hardest-hit regions, including Artemisa, La Habana, and Mayabeque.

The aftermath of Hurricane Rafael highlights the vulnerability of Cuba's infrastructure. Many residents, like Saraís González from Alquízar, faced unimaginable fear as their homes suffered severe damage. Despite the turmoil, officials have reported no fatalities, a small relief amid the destruction.

As Rafael moves toward the Gulf of Mexico, the storm is expected to weaken but still poses risks of life-threatening surf and rip currents along the Gulf coast. The National Hurricane Center warns that the storm's path remains uncertain, with potential impacts stretching beyond Cuba.

This calamity follows the devastation caused by Hurricane Oscar, which claimed seven lives. The frequency and intensity of such storms raise urgent concerns about climate change and its impact on vulnerable regions like Cuba. The nation now stands at a crossroads, requiring immediate attention to its infrastructure and disaster preparedness to mitigate future crises.

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