Geodetic Evidence for Cascading Landslide Motion Triggered by Extreme Rain Events at Joshimath, NW Himalaya
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DOI: 10.1029/2023gl106427
Abstract: Slope instability due to tectonic, hydrological and anthropogenic activities cause severe landslides in Himalaya. Joshimath, a densely populated Himalayan town witnessed a catastrophic landslide event during December 2022 and January 2023 causing damages to ∼700… read more here.
Keywords: rain events; geodetic evidence; extreme rain; joshimath ... See more keywords
Land Subsidence Phenomena in Joshimath Town, Garhwal Himalaya, India: Field Observations and Possible Causes
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DOI: 10.17491/jgsi/2024/173863
Abstract: The town of Joshimath, in the state of Uttarakhand, India, has been witnessing severe ground subsidence problems. Though the land subsidence has been documented since a long time, there were sudden enhanced appearance of cracks… read more here.
Keywords: town; joshimath town; land subsidence; joshimath ... See more keywords