subsidence
Coverage of subsidence in the Nexus archive.
- Braemar Hotels Holder Al Shams Accuses Firm of ‘Self-Dealing’
Braemar Hotels Holder Al Shams accuses a firm of self-dealing. Urban centers in Texas, including Dallas, are sinking due to subsidence, increasing risks of floods and earthquakes and endangering buildings.
- Millions of homes in London, Essex and Kent at risk of sinking as climate crisis worsens
Millions of homes in London, Essex, Kent, and parts of eastern England are at risk of subsidence due to climate-driven hotter, drier summers. The British Geological Survey identified these areas as most vulnerable, noting ground shrinkage could damage property foundations, requiring mitigation measures.
- Fears for Texas suburb that has sunk a whopping 14 inches in 20 years as population booms
A Texas suburb has sunk 14 inches in 20 years due to rapid population growth, raising concerns about the area's stability. The sudden shift is causing fears among residents and officials. The population boom is putting a strain on the suburb's infrastructure.