Is it not the case that engineers, meteorologists, and emergency managers in Asia, where typhoons hit mountains closer to ocean and much more frequently, have m

Is it not the case that engineers, meteorologists, and emergency managers in Asia, where typhoons hit mountains closer to ocean and much more frequently, have more knowledge and experience to provide with these sorts of things? Mudslides, floods, and evacuations are the norm over there. The Appalachians are pretty far inland, but maybe there's something to gain from looking towards Asian experts and storm preparation examples.