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6.5 million Americans live in landslide hazard zones, study finds

New research has found that 6.5 million Americans live in homes on or near landslide-prone slopes. With a single map, local governments and residents can now see landslide hazard hotspots at the regional, state and county levels to ensure they are aware of and prepared for an emergency.

6.5 million Americans live in landslide hazard zones, study finds
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New research has found that 6.5 million Americans live in homes on or near landslide-prone slopes. With a single map, local governments and residents can now see landslide hazard hotspots at the regional, state and county levels to ensure they are aware of and prepared for an emergency.

Originally published at Phys.org

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