Minneapolis Street Closed After Sinkhole Opens

Minneapolis Street Closed After Sinkhole OpensMinneapolis Street Closed After Sinkhole Opens Minneapolis, MN – A major thoroughfare in Minneapolis was closed indefinitely on Friday morning after a massive sinkhole opened up, causing significant damage to the road. The sinkhole, which measures approximately 20 feet in diameter and 15 feet deep, opened up on 10th Avenue North near Queen Avenue North around 5:30 a.m. According to witnesses, the ground suddenly gave way, sending a large chunk of the road crashing into the hole. Police and city workers immediately responded to the scene and cordoned off the area for safety reasons. The closure of 10th Avenue North has caused significant traffic congestion in the area. City officials said that the cause of the sinkhole is still under investigation. However, they believe that it may have been caused by a combination of factors, including heavy rainfall in recent weeks and deteriorating infrastructure. Crews are working around the clock to repair the sinkhole and reopen the road as soon as possible. However, officials warned that the repairs could take several days or even weeks. In the meantime, motorists are being advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes. The city has set up detours and is working to minimize the impact on traffic. The sinkhole is the latest in a series of similar incidents that have occurred in the Minneapolis area in recent years. In 2018, a sinkhole opened up on Hennepin Avenue, causing significant damage to a building and forcing the closure of the road for several months. City officials said that they are working to identify and address any potential underlying issues that may be contributing to the frequency of sinkholes. They are also encouraging residents to report any signs of settlement or water leaks that could indicate a potential problem.