Rafael is the 17th named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, and it could become the 11th hurricane. The season lasts until Nov. 30.

Tropical Storm Rafael is expected to strengthen into a hurricane before making landfall in Cuba Wednesday, according to the National Hurricane Center.

After forming in the Caribbean on Monday afternoon, the National Hurricane Center is monitoring Tropical Storm Rafael as it attempts to gain even more strength Tuesday.Currently located 65 miles southwest of Montego Bay,