A huge pothole suddenly appeared on a main road in Lahore’s Johar Town, engulfing three vehicles – a car and two motorcycles – and causing major disruption to traffic. Two people trapped inside the car were injured due to the sudden formation of a crater, but were saved with the help of nearby residents. geo news Informed. He was taken to the hospital. According to the Lahore Development Authority (LDA), the sinkhole was caused by the leakage of an underground sewer line, which weakened the road over time.
Pictures and videos of the incident have gone viral on social media, in which local people are seen helping the stranded passengers.
Sinkhole near Johar City, Lahore. pic.twitter.com/2yVGB5dKlX
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Following the incident, immediate action was taken by the Chief Traffic Officer (CTO) of Lahore, who diverted traffic from the affected area, causing congestion on alternative routes. A traffic response unit was also deployed to de-escalate the situation.
This is not an isolated incident, as there have been several potholes in Johar Town in recent months, causing injuries and damage. In particular, the region’s infrastructure has been severely affected by record-breaking rainfall in August, which has damaged drainage systems and roads, especially in Khayaban-e-Firdousi. Residents and commuters are urging authorities to address recurring infrastructure issues and improve road safety.
“The road has become extremely dangerous for motorists, as potholes can emerge on the road at any time, putting lives at risk. Watch this incident – the car fell, injuring the driver and his friend,” said an eyewitness. Dawn.
A sinkhole is a depression or hole in the ground that forms when a layer of soil or rock is removed or collapses, often suddenly and without warning. This phenomenon can occur due to a variety of natural or human-induced causes, including karst terrain, groundwater, weathering, and earthquakes, as well as mining, drilling, construction, and water seepage. Sinkholes can vary greatly in size, ranging from small craters to large craters, and can extend hundreds of feet deep, posing significant risks to structures, infrastructure, and human life.
