Why Is Washington, D.C. Sinking?

By Douglas McIntyre  •  May 9, 2025

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Washington D.C. is sinking rapidly due to a combination of groundwater depletion and its position near major bodies of water. Over time, this could result in significant damage to infrastructure, including national monuments and roads, with little hope of a solution in sight.

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