Shanghai's Perfect Storm: When Weather Meets Urbanization Shanghai's struggle to cope with Typhoon Dolphin is a stark reminder of the delicate balance between nature and human ambition.
The city, once a sleepy fishing village on the Yangtze River delta, has grown into a bustling metropolis that now finds itself at the mercy of its own success.
The storm has left a trail of destruction in its wake, with 40% of flights grounded and passengers scrambling for updates.