Super Sizes Sinkholes!

Super-Sized Sinkholes Swallow Up Oregon Road

Source: Sky News

Sunday 31st January 2016

In Southern Oregon, two large sinkholes have appeared and have swallowed parts of a major road.

December, is when the first sinkhole out of the two developed after heavy rain fell in the town of Harbor, whilst the second sinkhole emerged last week, measuring 80-foot.

It has been reported that no one has been injured, however, it is estimated that 65,000 cubic yards of material will be needed to fill the holes.

Restaurant manager Theron Fox said he ran out to see the road disappearing.

Unfortunately for Mr. Fox, the sinkholes have forced him to close the business. He is uncertain as to when he will be able to reopen.

What causes Sinkholes?

As Heavy rain plays a significant part in the formation of sinkholes. The water flows downwards through cracks in the rock, eventually reaching an underground cave below, causing it to collapse.

What Do I Think About This Article?

In my opinion, I think that this article makes the American and UK public alert of the current climate changes in America as the appearance of a sinkhole has occurred in the past. As the cause of climate change is linked global warming, I think global warming is causing an increase in the formation of sinkholes as heavy rain is becoming more frequent worldwide. 

This article can be linked to the Representation of Issues because globally over the years, the topic of global warming is becoming an increasing problem which needs acting upon.