A Tropical Storm Warning remains in effect for the lower and middle Florida Keys, as well as the Dry Tortugas.
The National Weather Service says Hurricane Rafael continues to intensify as it approaches western Cuba.
Tropical-storm-force winds and heavy rain will impact the Keys through tonight with the strong winds beginning this evening. There is also a chance for coastal flooding.
READ MORE: Hurricane Rafael makes landfall in Cuba as a Cat 3 storm after knocking out power on the island
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Nov 6 @ 415 PM: No major forecast changes for South Florida as Hurricane Rafael makes landfall in Cuba. #FLwx https://t.co/iPihux07Dn
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