Sinkhole
Coverage of Sinkhole in the Nexus archive.
- Harrowing moment woman is nearly killed inside 7ft sinkhole until brave officer runs to rescue
A woman was nearly killed inside a 7ft sinkhole before a brave officer rushed to rescue her. The incident highlights a harrowing emergency situation involving quick response from law enforcement.
- Virginia officer and bystanders team up to rescue woman trapped in sinkhole
A Virginia police officer and bystanders rescued a woman trapped in her car after a 7-foot sinkhole caused by a water main break opened on City Hall Avenue in Norfolk. Officer AJ Stevenson and Brennan Feldman, along with other strangers, worked together to safely extract the woman despite rushing water around her vehicle.
- NPD officer details rescue of woman from flooded sinkhole
A Norfolk Police officer credited bystanders for helping rescue a woman from a flooded sinkhole in under a minute. The incident caused a portion of East City Hall Avenue to remain closed.
- Eyewitness to sinkhole incident shares perspective
A sinkhole near I-264 in Norfolk, Virginia, caused the closure of City Hall Avenue, but officials expect it to reopen by Friday. A car was swallowed during a storm, though the driver was unharmed.
- Woman rescued after vehicle plunges into sinkhole
A woman was rescued by police in Norfolk, Virginia, after her vehicle fell into a water-filled sinkhole near an Interstate 264 West exit ramp. The sinkhole, linked to a water main break, reached seven feet in depth by Wednesday, requiring pumping and debris removal before repairs could begin.
- Section of 'magic roundabout' closes as massive sinkhole opens up near interchange that baffles drivers, cyclists and pedestrians with its 36 traffic lights
A section of the 'magic roundabout' has closed due to a massive sinkhole near an interchange known for its 36 traffic lights, causing confusion for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians.
- CSFD, Springs Utilities respond to sinkhole
The Colorado Springs Fire Department and Colorado Springs Utilities are responding to a sinkhole near the University of Colorado Colorado Springs on Montebello Drive West. The incident was reported shortly before 5:30 p.m. on June 23.
- Sinkhole swallows vehicle at Norfolk exit ramp
A sinkhole opened near the base of the I-264 West exit ramp onto East City Hall Ave. in Norfolk, swallowing a vehicle.
- Sinkhole swallows vehicle at Norfolk exit ramp
A sinkhole opened near the base of the I-264 West exit ramp onto East City Hall Ave. Tuesday afternoon, causing a vehicle to be swallowed.
- Sinkhole at St. Francis High School closes stadium area indefinitely
A sinkhole at St. Francis High School’s stadium has caused indefinite closure, attributed to a failed stormwater management system. The district estimates repair costs could reach seven figures, with challenges in funding due to a previously rejected referendum and economic pressures.
- LaGuardia shuts down runway for second time in weeks after pavement issue resurfaces
LaGuardia Airport temporarily closed Runway 4/22 due to a 2-inch pavement depression, marking the second such closure in weeks. Operations shifted to Runway 13/31, causing flight delays, while repairs and testing are scheduled overnight.
- Smyrna couple left without help as sinkhole grows in yard
A Smyrna couple, Gregg Vickrey and his partner, are struggling with a growing sinkhole in their yard that began three weeks ago. The sinkhole, which has deepened and expanded significantly, is not covered by their insurance or the city, leaving them without financial support. The issue is linked to underground limestone and caverns common in Rutherford County.
- Sinkhole disrupts traffic in Myers Park
A sinkhole caused traffic disruptions in Myers Park, leading to the closure of Selwyn Avenue near Brandywine Road. Water bubbling up created a muddy mess, prompting authorities to advise avoiding the area and using alternate routes.
- Sinkhole closes part of Selwyn Avenue in Charlotte, police say
A sinkhole caused the closure of Selwyn Avenue at Colony Road in Charlotte's Barclay Downs area on June 15. Police advised the public to avoid the area and seek alternate routes, but details about the sinkhole's severity or cause remain unclear.
- Kentucky calf falls into six-foot sinkhole, prompting excavator rescue
A baby cow fell into a six-foot sinkhole in Smiths Grove, Kentucky, prompting volunteer firefighters to rescue it using an excavator and tow strap. Firefighters dug around the calf to create space, and it was successfully pulled out without injuries to the animal or rescuers.
- Sinkhole opens near LaGuardia runway ahead of Memorial Day weekend
A sinkhole has opened near a LaGuardia Airport runway ahead of Memorial Day weekend, creating travel disruptions. With 45 million Americans expected to travel over the holiday weekend, the incident is causing complications at airports and rail services. Reporter Kris Van Cleave covers the dramatic incidents affecting holiday travelers.
- 5/20: CBS Evening News
A sinkhole has opened near a LaGuardia Airport runway just ahead of the Memorial Day weekend travel rush, potentially disrupting operations. Additionally, Southern California is experiencing severe wind-fueled wildfires that continue to spread across the region.
- 5/20: CBS Evening News
A sinkhole has opened near a LaGuardia Airport runway just ahead of the busy Memorial Day weekend travel period. Simultaneously, Southern California is being ravaged by relentless wind-fueled wildfires affecting the region.
- Lorry gets stuck after falling into massive sinkhole it had been sent to repair
A lorry fell into a massive sinkhole it was sent to repair, getting stuck in the process. The incident is likely to cause delays and disruptions. The cause of the sinkhole is not specified.