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Coastal cities are sinking dramatically

Coastal cities are sinking dramatically

The alluvial soil in coastal plains can barely stand up to the pressures of groundwater extraction. But this is not the only reason that cities are sinking.

22.03.2017 · Natural hazards / Land subsidence
Helmholtz Centre Potsdam - German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ)
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Sinkholes are a serious problem at the Dead Sea

Sinkholes are a serious problem at the Dead Sea

The area around the Dead Sea is characterized by sinkholes. Dissolution processes are causing hazardous collapse structures.

09.06.2015 · Natural hazards / Land subsidence
Helmholtz Centre Potsdam - German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ)

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