Major cities worldwide are sinking, satellite data reveal

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Oct 12, 2026, 4:40 pm245 ptsTop
Land subsidence is the gradual sinking of the ground, which can damage buildings, foundations, and drainage and sewage systems, and may increase flood risks. However, information on land subsidence dynamics remains limited, which makes it difficult for policymakers to identify where risks are intensifying and…

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