This giant sinkhole, triggered by rainstorms and a ruptured sewer line swallowed houses in Guatemala recently. It is deeper than the Statue of Liberty is tall. Sinkholes happen when hardened earth is dissolved in water or when groundwater suddenly runs out. They can also be caused by the collapse of the ceilings of natural caverns.
Tuesday, March 6, 2007
Giant Sink Hole in Guatemala
This giant sinkhole, triggered by rainstorms and a ruptured sewer line swallowed houses in Guatemala recently. It is deeper than the Statue of Liberty is tall. Sinkholes happen when hardened earth is dissolved in water or when groundwater suddenly runs out. They can also be caused by the collapse of the ceilings of natural caverns.
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