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Coverage of Sinkhole in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: May 10 · 16:40 UTCMost recent: Jul 28 · 20:27 UTC
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  • SCIENCEJul 28 · 20:27 UTCNY POST
    Torrent of water floods the streets of Los Angeles again — as another sinkhole opens up

    A fourth water main break in less than two weeks caused a sinkhole and flood in Los Angeles' Fairfax District. Shocking video captures the event, highlighting recurring infrastructure issues.

  • TECHNOLOGYJul 25 · 17:46 UTCLAIST
    Sunset Boulevard reopens in West Hollywood after weeklong water main repairs

    Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood reopened after LADWP crews repaired a water main break that caused a weeklong shutdown and a sinkhole. LADWP will return for permanent paving and has accelerated installation of a new 110-year-old trunk line replacement, originally scheduled to start in 2031.

  • SECURITYJul 25 · 14:53 UTCABC7 NEW YORK
    Sinkhole opens up on Route 18 in East Brunswick, New Jersey

    A sinkhole has opened on Route 18 in East Brunswick, New Jersey, prompting police to advise avoiding the area. Delays are expected near Rues Lane and Main Street.

  • SECURITYJul 25 · 03:09 UTCNY POST
    Scramble to plug 3rd burst LA water main as crews finally seal major sinkhole

    A water main exploded for the third time in a week in Los Angeles, flooding the streets and creating a major sinkhole, which crews have now sealed.

  • SECURITYJul 23 · 06:35 UTCABC7 EYEWITNESS LA
    Possible leak detected at sinkhole repair site on Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood

    A potential setback in reopening Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood occurred due to a possible leak at the sinkhole repair site. The issue follows a water main break that caused a massive sinkhole a week prior.

  • SCIENCEJul 22 · 21:27 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Heavy rain cause flooding in Madison, trap people inside restaurant and cause a sinkhole

    Heavy rain caused flooding in Madison, trapping people inside El Cubilete Spanish Restaurant on Gallatin Pike and creating a sinkhole on Pierce Road that trapped a vehicle. NDOT closed parts of Pierce Road for repairs, with residents describing this as the worst flooding they have seen.

  • SECURITYJul 22 · 18:15 UTCWTVF NEWSCHANNEL5 NASHVILLE
    Sinkhole closes Pierce Road in Nashville; closure expected to be extended

    A sinkhole has closed Pierce Road between Shannon and Palmer avenues in Nashville, with the closure expected to be extended. The Nashville Department of Transportation and Metro Water Services are involved in the response.

  • SECURITYJul 22 · 15:29 UTCWKRN ABC NASHVILLE
    Sinkhole opens up on Madison road

    A sinkhole has opened up on Pierce Road in Madison, as reported by Metro officials.

  • TECHNOLOGYJul 22 · 07:48 UTCABC7 EYEWITNESS LA
    Crews move closer to reopening Sunset Boulevard after water main break

    Crews in West Hollywood are working to repair a massive sinkhole caused by a water main break on Sunset Boulevard, moving closer to reopening the area.

  • SCIENCEJul 21 · 19:30 UTCKDVR FOX31 DENVER
    Crews work to repair massive sinkhole in Carbondale

    A massive sinkhole formed on West Main Street in Carbondale early Tuesday morning, leading to the street's closure. Crews are currently working to repair the damage caused by the sinkhole.

  • SCIENCEJul 21 · 19:19 UTCKXRM FOX21 COLORADO SPRINGS
    Road closes in Carbondale after sinkhole forms

    A sinkhole formed early Tuesday morning, causing West Main Street in Carbondale to close. The incident led to the road's closure in the city.

  • BUSINESSJul 17 · 03:09 UTCKHON2 HONOLULU
    South Kihei businesses struggle months after sinkhole closure

    Four months after a sinkhole closed part of South Kihei Road, local businesses report significant financial losses and struggle to survive amid ongoing repairs and new parking fees.

  • SECURITYJul 17 · 02:33 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    Sinkhole closes intersection in Cornelius, police say

    A sinkhole caused the closure of the intersection of John Hawks Road and Oak Branch Lane in Cornelius on July 16. Police reported the sinkhole formed just after 6 p.m., and the intersection remained closed for evaluation and repairs. Officials advise drivers to avoid the area, and the cause is still unclear.

  • BUSINESSJul 17 · 01:53 UTCGUARDIAN US
    Sinkhole on Sunset Boulevard: broken water pipe floods LA-area hotspot

    A century-old water pipe burst beneath Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, causing a sinkhole, cracked pavement, and flooding that disrupted traffic and submerged metro buses. The incident led to major road closures in the area.

  • BUSINESSJul 17 · 01:53 UTCTHE GUARDIAN WORLD
    Sinkhole on Sunset Boulevard: broken water pipe floods LA-area hotspot

    A century-old water pipe burst beneath Sunset Boulevard in West Hollywood, causing a sinkhole, cracked pavement, and flooding that disrupted traffic and affected businesses. Local metro buses were partially submerged in water from the rupture.

  • WORLDJul 17 · 00:25 UTCABC NEWS
    WATCH: Massive water main break wreaks havoc in West Hollywood

    A massive water main break in West Hollywood flooded Sunset Boulevard and nearby streets, submerging cars and creating a giant sinkhole. Officials noted the 100-year-old pipe may require significant time to repair.

  • SECURITYJul 16 · 23:57 UTCWSVN MIAMI
    Crews continue making repairs to water main rupture in Opa-locka which triggered sinkhole

    Crews are repairing a ruptured water main in Opa-locka that caused a sinkhole. A box truck became stuck in the hole on Wednesday, but the driver was unharmed.

  • BUSINESSJul 16 · 20:29 UTCWSOC ABC CHARLOTTE
    Apartment renters still seek answers as management change drags on

    Apartment renters at the Oliver Apartments in northeast Charlotte face ongoing issues due to a management change, including a sinkhole and financial problems. The property lost its membership with the Greater Charlotte Apartment Association, and tenants express distress over unresolved maintenance and payment concerns.

  • SECURITYJul 15 · 16:09 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Semi-truck falls into sinkhole after water main break in Opa-locka

    A semi-truck fell into a sinkhole caused by a water main break in Opa-locka at the intersection of Northwest 42nd Avenue and 135th Street. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to the incident, and the driver escaped without injuries by the time police arrived. The cause of the water main break and road damage remain unknown.

  • SCIENCEJul 13 · 21:41 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    Sinkhole shuts down part of Trigg County road

    A sinkhole caused the closure of KY 272/Caledonia Road in Trigg County, Kentucky. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet announced the shutdown at mile point 5.7 near Glenwood Mill Road, with repairs underway.

  • SECURITYJul 1 · 05:19 UTCDAILY MAIL US
    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.

  • SECURITYJun 26 · 21:49 UTCWSVN MIAMI
    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.

  • SECURITYJun 26 · 05:20 UTCWAVY10 NORFOLK
    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.

  • SECURITYJun 25 · 02:45 UTCWAVY10 NORFOLK
    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.

  • SECURITYJun 24 · 14:28 UTCWSOC ABC CHARLOTTE
    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.

  • WORLDJun 24 · 09:57 UTCDAILY MAIL
    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.

  • SECURITYJun 23 · 23:43 UTCKXRM FOX21 COLORADO SPRINGS
    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.

  • SECURITYJun 23 · 20:48 UTCWRIC ABC8 RICHMOND
    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.

  • SECURITYJun 23 · 20:32 UTCWAVY10 NORFOLK
    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.

  • BUSINESSJun 19 · 22:23 UTCKSTP ABC MINNEAPOLIS
    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.

  • BUSINESSJun 18 · 01:33 UTCFOX NEWS
    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.

  • SCIENCEJun 16 · 22:14 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    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.

  • SECURITYJun 15 · 21:45 UTCWSOC ABC CHARLOTTE
    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.

  • SECURITYJun 15 · 21:13 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTE
    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.

  • SECURITYJun 15 · 19:47 UTCWSMV4 NASHVILLE
    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.

  • BUSINESSMay 20 · 23:35 UTCCBS NEWS
    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.

  • SECURITYMay 20 · 22:30 UTCCBS NEWS WORLD
    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.

  • SCIENCEMay 20 · 22:30 UTCCBS NEWS
    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.

  • TECHNOLOGYMay 10 · 16:40 UTCDAILY MAIL
    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.