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River Deltas Are Sinking Fast—Here’s Why

Did you know 236 million people living on river deltas could be at risk of flooding way sooner than we thought? Satellites just revealed these areas are sinking even faster than sea levels are rising, thanks to stuff like over-pumping groundwater and rapid urban growth. It’s not just about losing homes—these deltas feed billions! The wild part? We actually have tech to fix it, but it needs real investment. This is one of those “we need to talk about this” moments. #Science #ClimateChange #FloodRisk