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May 4, 2026

Mexico City sinking is visible from space

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico City is sinking nearly 10 inches every year, making it one of the world's fastest-sinking metropolitan areas. That's according to newly released satellite imagery from NASA.

The sprawling megalopolis with a population of some 22 million was built upon an ancient lake bed.


 
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