China's Typhoon Noul: A Wake Up Call for a Region Prone to Disaster The latest typhoon to batter southern China's tech hubs of Shenzhen and Guangzhou is more than just a weather event – it's a stark reminder of the country's vulnerability to natural disasters.
As forecasters issued their first red alert of the year, Typhoon Noul brought powerful winds and torrential rains that crippled travel in one of the world's most populous regions.
Typhoon Noul's impact was devastatingly predictable, given its 162km/h winds. China has long been prone to typhoons, with forecasters warning of increasing frequency and intensity.