Landslides are a form of mass movement of the Earth, and with the amount of death and destruction they wreak on the people and towns they cover, their toll can be massive. Learn all about landslides in this episode with Josh and Chuck.
In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck dive into the science behind landslides, exploring what causes these devastating natural disasters and how they're classified. The hosts break down different types of mass movements - from slow "creeps" that take centuries to sudden catastrophic flows - while examining the various triggers like heavy rainfall, earthquakes, and human activities that can set them in motion. With their trademark blend of fascinating facts and accessible explanations, they cover everything from the geology of soil erosion to why your homeowner's insurance probably won't cover landslide damage.
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