Shanghai’s Biggest Typhoon Since 1949: A Sign of Increasing Climate Threats

Doug McIntyre discusses the massive typhoon that recently hit Shanghai, the largest since 1949. The storm has caused significant destruction in one of the world’s most populous cities, and it highlights the growing frequency of devastating weather events in major urban areas. McIntyre draws parallels to Hurricane Sandy in New York, emphasizing the long-term financial and infrastructural challenges cities face in the aftermath of such storms.