In September, Typhoon Bualoi resulted in extensive flooding in Hanoi, Vietnam, emphasizing the impact of extreme weather on vulnerable coastal communities. Cyclones, which include both hurricanes and typhoons, differ primarily in their formation locations; hurricanes occur in the Atlantic while typhoons form in the Pacific. Typhoons are generally larger and can lead to higher death tolls due to the limited storm protection in countries like Vietnam, the Philippines, and Bangladesh. Although hurricanes may cause more economic damage, the human cost of typhoons is often greater, particularly in densely populated coastal areas. Understanding these differences is crucial for disaster preparedness and response.