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Tropical Storm Rachel downgraded as high winds and rain turn inward

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What happened

Forecasters say the storm, which brought heavy rain and coastal flooding, is a preview of what may be in store as California braces for a possibly record-setting El Niño.

Key facts

  • Forecasters say the storm, which brought heavy rain and coastal flooding, is a preview of what may be in store as California braces for a possibly record-setting El Niño.
  • Reported by NPR Top and published Sun, 11 Oct 2026 23:54:21 UTC.

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  1. Four dead after Hurricane Isaias crashes into US - as Mexico braces itself for Category 4 storm

  2. Hurricane Simon nears Mexico with 155 mph winds and flooding fears

  3. Tropical Storm Rachel downgraded as high winds and rain turn inward

  4. Hurricane Simon lashes Mexico's Pacific coast as a powerful Category 3 storm

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