Tropical cyclones and urbanization

Coastal cities around the world are home to millions of residents, many of whom are highly vulnerable to the impact of tropical cyclones (TCs). However, the relationship between urban areas and TCs is greatly understudied. While much research has focused on the connection between human-induced climate change and TC precipitation, less is known about the impact of urban areas on TC-induced rainfall. Understanding and quantifying how urban areas affect precipitation associated with TCs can improve local flood models and forecasts, ultimately informing governmental policy on managing the consequences of TCs. This chapter presents the current knowledge from existing literature on the relationship between TCs and urbanization, as well as the factors contributing to this relationship.