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Massive Sinkhole San Francisco Explained

Here is an explanation of everything that happened when a massive sinkhole opened in San Francisco.
Vivek KumarBy Vivek KumarSeptember 13, 2023Updated:November 5, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read318 Views
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Nature shows its own colors when humans try to go overboard with its resources. The same happened in San Francisco when a massive sinkhole opened near Fillmore and Green streets on a Monday morning following a water main break.

It also affected traffic and Muni lines and inundated nearby dwellings with a surge of water in the middle of a bustling intersection.

Following the incident, videos from the incident soon began to circulate. The videos shared on social media showed water and debris gushing into the street where the break had occurred just before midnight on Sunday in the city’s trendy Cow Hollow neighborhood. While the official reason is yet to be revealed, it is being said that a link to a water main break originated from a 74-year-old pipe.

How Did The Sinkhole Open In San Francisco?

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San Francisco is facing a concerning situation with a massive sinkhole caused by a water main break near a gas line.#SanFrancisco #Sinkhole #Infrastructure #tognews #todayonglobenewspic.twitter.com/MbkPAYsIyZpic.twitter.com/xM3fwLcrWPpic.twitter.com/U44Tb0fyAC

— Today On Globe (@TodayOnGlobe) September 12, 2023

A water main break, which was installed in 1949, broke and created a large sinkhole to open up in a San Francisco intersection. It is currently the center of attention, appearing unexpectedly at the intersection of Fillmore and Green Streets, which is a mere six-minute drive away from the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.

The incident has resulted in flooding that affected several homes and businesses in the vicinity as it also wreaked havoc on the traffic, with Fillmore Street seeing closures between Green and Union Streets.

Update 2:25 PM: SFPUC crews have repaired the broken 8-inch water main. Normal water service has been restored. Crews remain in the area to repair the main and the sinkhole. https://t.co/NqKszDg4ad

— SF Water Power Sewer (@MySFPUC) September 11, 2023

According to the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC), PG&E was on the scene attempting to isolate a gas main inside the work area.

As their work was completed, crews were expected to resume work on the water mains, said the SFPUC. They also responded to the location and worked through the night to stabilize and repair the 16-inch cast-iron water main, which is said to have been installed in 1949.

How Huge Is The Sinkhole?

#DEVELOPING: A water main break has caused a large sinkhole to open up in a San Francisco intersection, a supervisor says. https://t.co/aB56w38zlI pic.twitter.com/Dytu51DsYb

— NBC Bay Area (@nbcbayarea) September 11, 2023

While the SFPUC is actively working on repairing the water main break, filling the sinkhole, and assisting affected residents and businesses, it is said that the sinkhole measures approximately 20 feet wide and 10 feet deep. However, the disruption caused by the sinkhole in the area is expected to last for at least a week.

What Has The Sinkhole Affected In San Francisco?

๐Ÿšจ Please avoid between Fillmore and Steiner between Union and Greenwich streets! There is a water main break causing significant disruptionsโ€” see below for updates regarding bus reroutes. @SF_emergency @SFMTA_Muni https://t.co/NsJMPBY3n9

— Catherine Stefani ๅธๅ˜‰ๆ€ก (@Stefani4CA) September 11, 2023

The work in the nearby area was halted at the moment the sinkhole opened up in between the streets. It has also resulted in flooding that affected several homes in the nearby area and businesses in the vicinity. Along with that, it has caused significant traffic disruptions, with Fillmore Street seeing closures between Green and Union Streets.

With all that, the crews are working to restore the water service as soon as possible. They are still in the area cleaning up debris in the streets as they prepare to turn their attention to the massive sinkhole.

It is yet to be known how much more of Fillmore Street has been undermined by the mudflow, but with SFPUC working rigorously, things might get back to normal.

Let us know in the comments what you feel about the massive sinkhole in San Fransisco.

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Vivek Kumar, a seasoned entertainment writer boasting a commendable 3-year track record, seamlessly blends his passion for pop culture into his work. From the moment Iron Man valiantly dispatched a nuke into the cosmic abyss, Vivek's bloodstream has pulsed with an array of Marvel Cinematic Universe theories. Beyond his penchant for caped crusaders, With his love for the superhero fandom, he is a big-time foodie and a photographer balancing the motion sickness of life. While his love for Hollywood has existed since childhood, he loves talking about the cinematography styles of G.O.A.T filmmakers, as he aspires to get into filmmaking. During his time with a reputed media brand, he interviewed various actors and celebrities as well. In the future, he aspires to interview big-wigs like Tom Cruise, Robert Downey Jr, and Will Smith. When not writing, Vivek enjoys playing cricket, exploring new cuisines, taking photographs, and traveling.

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