Millions Urged to Evacuate as Powerful Typhoon Dujuan Hits Japan The relentless drumbeat of typhoons battering Japan's coastlines has left millions on high alert, with evacuation orders issued for almost 2 million people as powerful Typhoon Dujuan makes landfall.
The storm is a stark reminder of the country's vulnerability to climate related disasters. While Typhoon Dujuan may seem like an isolated event, its timing and intensity serve as a harbinger for Japan's future.
Scientists warn that warmer ocean waters fueled by the "super El Niño" phenomenon are leading to more intense storms. Warmer atmospheres can hold more moisture, resulting in heavier rainfall and stronger winds.