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science-and-environment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Study Shows Major US East Coast Cities Including NYC and DC Sinking Rapidly"

Satellite imagery has revealed significant subsidence, or land sinking, across major cities on the U.S. East Coast, with some areas sinking as much as 5 millimeters per year. This phenomenon poses a threat to infrastructure, including buildings, roads, and airports, and exacerbates flood risks when combined with sea-level rise due to climate change. The research, conducted by Virginia Tech and the USGS, highlights the urgency of addressing subsidence in densely populated and infrastructure-heavy areas to mitigate potential damage and increased flood risks.

via Livescience.com|

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environmentscience2 years ago•3 min saved

"East Coast Cities from NYC to DC Sinking, Endangering Infrastructure"

Satellite data reveals that major cities along the U.S. East Coast, including New York City, Baltimore, and Virginia Beach, are experiencing significant land subsidence, with some areas sinking as much as 5 millimeters per year. This subsidence, when combined with sea-level rise due to climate change, poses a heightened risk of flooding and infrastructure damage. The study, conducted by Virginia Tech and the USGS, emphasizes the urgent need for awareness and mitigation of the sinking land's impact on densely populated and infrastructurally critical areas. The research has been published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

via Space.com|

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environmentscience2 years ago•3 min saved

"Study Reveals Widespread Sinking of East Coast Cities, Threatening Infrastructure"

A Virginia Tech study has revealed that the US East Coast is sinking, with over 15 million Americans living in areas at risk. The sinking, up to five millimeters per year in some 'hotspots,' is attributed to groundwater extraction and infrastructure weight. This subsidence exacerbates flood risks and threatens vital infrastructure, including major airports and railways. The research, which used satellite data, highlights the urgent need for concern and mitigation in densely populated and infrastructure-heavy areas.

via Daily Mail|

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environment2 years ago•3 min saved

"East Coast Cities Face Sinking Dilemma, Endangering Infrastructure"

A study by Virginia Tech and the U.S. Geological Survey published in PNAS Nexus reveals that major East Coast cities like New York City, Baltimore, and Norfolk are experiencing significant land subsidence, with some areas sinking more than 5 millimeters per year. This rate surpasses the global sea level rise and poses a threat to infrastructure such as roads, airports, and railways. The research utilized space-based radar satellites to create high-resolution maps of subsidence, highlighting the urgency of addressing infrastructure vulnerabilities and the increased risk of coastal flooding due to climate change.

via Phys.org|

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