Earthquakes and Groundwater Withdrawal

The book explores the often-overlooked relationship between seismic activity and the extraction of groundwater. It examines how excessive groundwater withdrawal can lead to land subsidence fault destabilization and in some cases trigger or amplify seismic events. Through interdisciplinary case studies and scientific evidence the book highlights the need for integrated water management and seismic risk assessment. It is intended for geoscientists environmental engineers policymakers and students interested in earth sciences hydrology and natural disaster mitigation.