Residents of an English village were evacuated as a large sinkhole swallowed parts of the town’s main street up to the edge of homes.
Surrey County officials declared a major incident Tuesday after the hole opened up on Godstone High Street in the town about 32 kilometres south of London.
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Residents of about 30 buildings were evacuated because of fears the collapse could rupture gas pipes and cause an explosion. A water main burst under the road, cutting off water to homes.
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“It’s an absolute nightmare. Dreadful,” said Tracey Jones, whose daughter, son-in-law and granddaughter were evacuated.
SES Water said water was partly restored to residents Wednesday.
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