Robin Helene Semegran

In the heart of Arizona, a significant geological phenomenon known as the Giant Black Crack has emerged, stretching approximately two miles across the desert landscape in Pinal County. Discovered by the Arizona Geological Survey in January 2017, this massive fissure reveals deeper geological issues and raises concerns about the region's infrastructure and ecology.

The primary cause of this fissure is excessive groundwater extraction, which leads to subsidence and cracking of the land above. This alarming trend not only affects Arizona but also impacts several southwestern states, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable water management practices to address the crisis of aquifer depletion.

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