Florida Sinkholes

[Doxmom]

Our home in Central Florida is NOT built on limestone, where, I understand, the sinkholes are created. However, I'm still nervous! Do you blame me...??

Florida Sinkhole

 

[vizzla]

I would be terrified!

 

[Wandering Man]

I'd rather have stink-holes (skunks) than sink-holes.

Stay safe!

 

[schierling]

Yes definitely stay safe. I can't imagine just dropping into the ground without any warning.

 

[vizzla]

Why does it happen? How?

 

[Doxmom]

Here's a link to a good explanation, Vizzla..I believe it's about the limestone beneath the surface in the Florida situation. However, there are sinkholes in other parts of the US that don't have limestone under the ground.

howsinkholesform