A dramatic roadway collapse in Omaha, NE, made headlines this week and served as a fresh reminder of the dangers lurking beneath the surface in 35% to 40% of the United States.
On Tuesday afternoon, a large sinkhole opened up at a busy intersection, just as two cars stopped at a traffic light. The now viral video shows the vehicles dangerously sliding into the ground. Thankfully, both drivers escaped without injury and no other damage has occurred.
But the truth is, experts say that sinkholes pose a real threat to property across the country, with one specialist in the study of groundwater saying sinkholes cost a $1 billion in losses every year…