Tropical Depression Kajiki (Typhoon No. 13): What Happened, Why It Matters, and How We Can Help

Tropical Depression Kajiki struck central Vietnam with powerful winds and torrential rain, forcing mass evacuations and flooding vast areas of farmland and cities. As the storm pushed inland, Laos and Thailand braced for heavy rainfall and flash floods. Kajiki highlights the growing ecological risks of tropical storms intensified by climate change, from crop loss and soil erosion to impacts on mangroves, reefs, and local wildlife.