Egypt scientists say rising groundwater endangers monuments

Egypt scientists say rising groundwater endangers monuments

GIZA, Egypt - Groundwater in Cairo's Giza Plateau is coming closer to the foundations, columns and walls of antiquities, threatening structural damage. In some areas, flooding has already begun, with an Egyptologist pointing out serious damage to archaeological excavation works. The photo was taken on Dec. 25.

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    Egypt scientists say rising groundwater endangers monuments

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    GIZA, Egypt - Groundwater in Cairo's Giza Plateau is coming closer to the foundations, columns and walls of antiquities, threatening structural damage. In some areas, flooding has already begun, with an Egyptologist pointing out serious damage to archaeological excavation works. The photo was taken on Dec. 25.