Did You Know That Shanghai Is Sinking?

🌆 Did You Know That Shanghai Is Sinking?

Yes — one of the world’s most modern megacities is gradually sinking into the ground.
The reason?
🔹 Excessive groundwater extraction in the past decades
🔹 Heavy skyscraper loads pressing down on soft clay soil
🔹 Natural subsidence from geological conditions

Today, Shanghai uses strict water management and foundation engineering innovations to slow down the process.
Engineers employ deep pile foundations, soil stabilization, and real-time monitoring to protect the city’s infrastructure.

It’s a powerful reminder that even the most advanced cities must respect the laws of geology. 🌍

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Видео Did You Know That Shanghai Is Sinking? канала Dr. Hamidou TAMBOURA (Geotechnical Engineering)