While a weakening Tropical Storm Rafael is expected to meander in the Gulf of Mexico, its effects are being felt along the U.S. Gulf Coast in the form of rip currents and coastal flooding.

Hurricane Rafael was moving west across the Gulf Coast of Mexico Friday, bringing the threat of life-threatening conditions to the southern United States coastline, according to the National Hurricane Center.

A rare November tropical threat could impact the United States over the weekend amid an unusual and relentless hurricane season that shows no signs of letting up.