Sinkhole swallows cars in wake of devastating flooding in Massachusetts
The IndependentSign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The sinkhole opened up in Leominster, Massachusetts after heavy rains — which triggered a flash flood warning — destabilised the ground, opening up a 15-foot deep chasm, according to WCVB. open image in gallery A trio of cars caught on the edge of a sinkhole that opened up in Leominster, Massachusetts after heavy rains She noted that the area was not a flood zone and was concerned that insurance companies would not cover the damages. open image in gallery Public works officials examine the damage to a road and front yard that was washed away by recent flooding, Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, in Leominster, Mass. Sinkholes are often triggered by heavy rain or surface flooding, according to the British Geological Survey, and as a result are likely to become more prevalent as the climate crisis driven by the burning of fossil fuels worsens.
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