Shanghai Faces Tropical Storm, Tsunami Threat After Kamchatka Quake

Shanghai faces a dual crisis as Tropical Storm Co-May approaches with heavy rains and strong winds, prompting the evacuation of nearly 283,000 residents from vulnerable areas. The storm, which made landfall in Zhoushan, Zhejiang province, has caused widespread disruptions including cancellation of at least 640 flights across Shanghai's Pudong and Hongqiao airports, suspension of ferry services, and speed restrictions on highways and trains to ensure safety. Simultaneously, a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia's Kamchatka Peninsula triggered tsunami warnings along China's east coast, though the tsunami yellow alert for Shanghai was later lifted. Authorities remain vigilant, maintaining emergency protocols due to risks of flash flooding, landslides, and potential storm surges exacerbated by the earthquake-triggered tsunami threat. Despite the severe weather, some attractions like Shanghai Disneyland and Legoland have remained open with limited operations. The combined natural disasters have strained transportation and safety systems across Shanghai and neighboring cities, underscoring the region's vulnerability to extreme weather and seismic events.