Jakarta is sinking extremely fast — in some parts by 25 cm (≈10 inches) per year. The main reasons are excessive extraction of groundwater, the weight of buildings, and land subsidence. Many areas are already below sea level, and projections say much of the city could be submerged by 2050 if the trends continue.
Which one is the fastest sinking city in the world?
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