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Devastating Landslide in Developed Countries
25:01 - 30:23 (05:22)
Landslides may not be a common cause of death in developed countries, but they are still the costliest natural disasters. The recent example of a landslide that caused massive destruction in Norway is a reminder of its devastating impact.
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A lake in Arkansas was drained into a diamond mine, causing surrounding acreage to sink.
25:01 - 27:05 (02:04)
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A lake in Arkansas was drained into a diamond mine, causing surrounding acreage to sink. This reminded the speaker of the Lake Peñor Disaster that occurred in Louisiana in 1980.
ChapterDevastating Landslide in Developed Countries
EpisodeSelects: How Landslides Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Landslides are responsible for thousands of deaths worldwide, and while they're not as common in the US, they're still the most expensive natural disaster for the country, and homeowner's insurance doesn't cover them.
27:05 - 28:30 (01:24)
Summary
Landslides are responsible for thousands of deaths worldwide, and while they're not as common in the US, they're still the most expensive natural disaster for the country, and homeowner's insurance doesn't cover them.
ChapterDevastating Landslide in Developed Countries
EpisodeSelects: How Landslides Work
PodcastStuff You Should Know
Join the host weekly on I Heart's latest podcast, Inner Cosmos, as he explores the intriguing relationship between our brains and experiences, providing insights to help better understand our lives and our realities.
28:30 - 30:23 (01:53)
Summary
Join the host weekly on I Heart's latest podcast, Inner Cosmos, as he explores the intriguing relationship between our brains and experiences, providing insights to help better understand our lives and our realities.