Science and Discovery

Urban Vulnerability

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Satellite view of a coastal city experiencing severe flooding, with visible land subsidence highlighted, emphasizing the accelerated threat of rising waters.

Satellite Maps Reveal Sinking Coasts Accelerate Coastal Flooding

In Jakarta, parts of the city are sinking by as much as 25 centimeters per year, according to the National Research and Innovation Agency, Indonesia.

Marcus Cole·June 6, 2026