JOURNAL ARTICLE

Ancient earthquake likely rerouted the Ganges River.

  • Published In: Sciencemag.org, 2024. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Applied Science & Technology Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Kintisch, Eli 3 of 3

Abstract

A new study suggests that an ancient earthquake caused a dramatic shift in the Ganges River's course 2500 years ago, and a similar earthquake-induced shift could lead to devastating flooding in the densely populated delta region of India and Bangladesh. While rivers occasionally change their paths over time, earthquakes rarely trigger instantaneous avulsions in deltas. The researchers discovered evidence of the ancient earthquake and avulsion by chance while studying the Ganges's previous river channels. The team hopes that their research will help policymakers plan for and mitigate flood hazards in the Ganges delta and other lowland river regions. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Sciencemag.org. 2024/06, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Environmental Sciences
  • Publication Date:2024
  • Accession Number:177948222
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