Research advances on storm resilience of coastal cities in the context of climate change

Abstract

This paper reviews the research progress on the resilience of coastal cities to typhoon disasters in the context of climate change. It synthesizes advances in theoretical frameworks, quantitative assessment methods, and practical solutions for enhancing resilience to natural disasters. Drawing on complex systems theory, the study conceptualizes disaster resilience and distinguishes it from traditional disaster prevention approaches. The paper examines the strengths and limitations of three primary assessment methods: index systems, scenario analysis, and functional modeling. Furthermore, the study evaluates the adaptability of both structural and non-structural measures to enhance resilience, and it proposes a comprehensive theoretical framework for typhoon resilience in coastal cities. The review also highlights key challenges, including the lack of consensus on theoretical frameworks, unclear mechanisms for assessing resilience to complex natural disasters, and limitations in current multi-hazard assessment approaches. Finally, the paper outlines future research directions, emphasizing the importance of data sharing, the application of big data and artificial intelligence, the development of integrated models, and deeper investigation into resilience mechanisms to support sustainable urban development amid increasing climate uncertainty.