A massive sinkhole that opened up in an Illinois soccer park has caught the attention of many, thanks to dramatic surveillance footage capturing the moment it appeared. The event, which took place at Gordon Moore Park, has left locals in shock and awe.
On a seemingly ordinary Wednesday, a surveillance camera recorded a light pole being dramatically sucked into the ground, creating a gaping hole approximately 100 feet wide and 50 feet deep. The footage is striking, resembling scenes from a disaster movie with plumes of smoke swirling into the sky as the ground collapsed beneath it.
Stunning giant sinkhole that formed in the middle of a soccer field in a park in Alton, Illinois on June 26.pic.twitter.com/rUTlNIOwPR
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Adding to the surreal nature of the event, drone footage provided a bird's-eye view of the aftermath. The footage truly highlights the colossal size of the sinkhole, offering a perspective that ground-level views simply can't match.
The sinkhole was attributed to an underground mine collapse. According to Michael Haynes, the Director of Alton Parks and Recreation, this situation is highly unusual. He noted that the mines in the area have been there for decades without any previous issues, making this collapse an unexpected anomaly.
In response to the sinkhole, all scheduled park events have been canceled as officials investigate the incident. The sudden appearance of such a massive sinkhole has raised concerns about the stability of the area and the safety of its visitors.