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NASA Imagery Shows Mexico City Sinking Rapidly
Published May 7, 2026
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Mexico City is sinking at an alarming rate, detectable even from space. The crisis highlights major environmental concerns and urban challenges.
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Mexico City is experiencing rapid subsidence due to groundwater extraction and urban factors, a phenomenon now visible from satellite imagery. This ground sinking poses severe challenges for infrastructure and highlights broader environmental issues the city must address. The situation reflects the city’s reliance on underground resources and the need for sustainable urban planning to prevent potential disasters.
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