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China to relocate 1.4 million people away from geological threats

Source(s): Xinhua News Agency
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Some 400,000 families, or 1.4 million people, living in areas known to be geological disaster hot spots will be relocated, according to a government plan released Wednesday.

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Groundwater exploitation will be outlawed in areas with serious subsidence or ground fissures, according to the plan, and the geological authorities will ascertain potential hazards that may result in loss of life or earnings.

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Themes Disaster risk management
Country and region China
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