If a similar intense storm struck today it could be catastrophic - and it almost happened.

Violet was an intense storm, yet did not influence any landmass at or near peak intensity.

A giant expedition boat then entered the stage with dancers acting as waves in an intense storm.

Places that are wet will get wetter, dry places will get drier, and rain will be concentrated into intense storms.

Large parts of the world are in turmoil from flooding caused by intense storms.