Detroit is Slowly Sinking, but Why?
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Detroit, like many other U.S. cities, is slowly sinking due to groundwater erosion. Though gradual, this subsidence can lead to major structural damage over time. Without a clear solution, cities like Detroit could face immense infrastructure costs in the coming decades.
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