Highly Sensitive Seismic Instruments Enable Groundwater Monitoring
Highly Sensitive Seismic Instruments Enable Groundwater Monitoring Written by AZoSensorsMay 20 2021 Water in high-mountain areas has a number of features. Frozen in the ground, water is similar to a cement foundation that maintains the stability of slopes. The catchment area of Bhote Koshi River lies in the bordering region between Nepal and China. Image Credit: Luc Illien/GFZ. During the melt season, snow and glacial ice sustain the rivers and, thus, the foothills with water for agriculture and drinking purposes. On the other hand, heavy rainfalls with landslides and flash floods pose a seri...