Discussion of "Case Study of Ground Subsidence Caused by the Drying Effect of a Group of Australian Native Eucalypts".

This article discusses a case study on the effects of ground subsidence caused by the drying effect of a group of Australian native Eucalyptus trees near a netball court. The study demonstrates the impact of evapotranspiration on the cracking of the court and highlights the importance of monitoring sap flow from trees to understand water movement. The article also compares the recommendations for tree placement near infrastructure in Canada and Australia, emphasizing the need for geotechnical engineers to consider the influence of trees on foundation distress. The study suggests the use of root barriers and collaboration with agriculturists to mitigate tree-induced suction and prevent settlement issues. The article concludes by calling for a reevaluation of the Canadian Foundation Engineering Manual to address the influence of trees on foundation behavior. [Extracted from the article]