Non-structural disaster measures reduce typhoon impacts in Macau (IMAGE)

Institute of Science Tokyo

Non-structural disaster measures reduce typhoon impacts in Macau

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The study found that earlier warnings, improved evacuation guidance, and public communication systems increased public trust and helped residents evacuate before dangerous storm-surge flooding occurred, improving Macau’s resilience to coastal flooding.

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Institute of Science Tokyo

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