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Sinkholes proliferate in Turkey’s Konya

Video. Surge in 'Turkey's granary' sinkholes imperils agriculture

Updated: 06/09/2024 - 9:11 GMT+2

Over 2,600 sinkholes in Turkey's Konya Plain are threatening agriculture and residential areas, driven by drought and excessive water use.

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