Landslides
Flooding
Soil erosion
All of the above
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Deforestation and unsustainable land-use practices can increase the risk of all of the above.
- Landslides: Trees help to hold soil in place, so when they are removed, the soil is more likely to slide downhill. This can lead to landslides, which can damage property and infrastructure, and even kill people.
- Flooding: Trees also help to absorb water, so when they are removed, the water is more likely to run off the land and into rivers and streams. This can lead to flooding, which can damage property and infrastructure, and even kill people.
- Soil erosion: Trees help to protect the soil from being eroded by wind and water. When they are removed, the soil is more likely to be eroded, which can lead to a loss of topsoil and a decrease in agricultural productivity.
In addition, deforestation and unsustainable land-use practices can also lead to a number of other problems, such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and water pollution.