**Hurricane Rafael Set to Hit the US – Here’s the Projected Path (Simplified Version)**
Hurricane Rafael has been upgraded to a Category 2 storm and is expected to make landfall somewhere between the Texas coast and the Florida Panhandle.

Authorities are urging Americans to prepare for strong winds and potential flooding. People are especially advised to “secure loose outdoor objects” as the storm approaches.Meteorologists are closely monitoring Rafael’s path. “Small changes in Rafael’s strength and the winds around it can make a big difference in where it goes next,” said AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Bill Deger.

If the storm grows stronger or the steering winds shift, “its path could shift,” potentially altering which areas are most at risk.
Residents in the projected path should stay alert and follow updates from weather officials as conditions may change rapidly.