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TamilSalvi Mari, Taylor's University, Malaysia

MYSTERIOUS: Two ways to fight land subsidence | Mind Blowing Facts

Cities all over the world are sinking. 

In Southeast Asia, the rapid growth of megacities has led to a pressing design problem that many governments are only just starting to address. Jakarta is considered the world's fastest sinking city, with some areas experiencing subsidence of up to 15 cm per year.

With 40 percent of the city already below sea level, it is predicted that by 2050 95 percent of North Jakarta will be underwater. 

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