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Yes. Hurricane Rita was a major category 5 hurricane that struck the U.S. Gulf Coast. It was one of the most intense and one of the costliest hurricanes on record.

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What category of hurricane was Hurricane Rita?

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When did hurricane rita become a hurricane?

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Was there ever a hurricane named lucy?

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Has there been a hurricane named Tori or Victoria?

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Was there ever a hurricane named loca?

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Was there a hurricane Christa?

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Was there a hurricane named paige?

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Where did hurricane rita turn into a hurricane?

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How fast were the wind speeds of Hurricane Rita?

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