USGS · 70191847
Rainfall infiltration-induced landslides
Abstract
Unfavorable groundwater conditions are often the determining factor in triggering landslides. Whereas regional hydrogeology typically determines overall groundwater conditions, surficial rainfall infiltration into slopes also drives potential instability.
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Brian D. Collins, Dobroslav Znidarcic. 2011. Rainfall infiltration-induced landslides. https://pubs.usgs.gov/publication/70191847
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