It’s Not Just Oceans That Are Rising. Groundwater Is, Too
This story was originally published by Grist. You can subscribe to its weekly newsletter here.Mississippi’s Water Crisis | Extreme EarthBeneath our feet there is an invisible ocean. Within the cracks of rock slabs, sand, and soil, this water sinks, swells, and flows — sometimes just a few feet under the surface, sometimes 30,000 feet below. This system of groundwater provides a vital supply for drinking water and irrigation, and feeds into rivers, lakes, and wetlands. Across the globe, it contains 100 times as much fresh…