Omaha officials give update on Aksarben-area sinkhole
WOWT • • general
Key Points:
- A sinkhole on Pacific Street near 67th in Omaha is likely caused by underground erosion, possibly linked to a pressurized water leak, according to City Engineer Austin Rowser.
- The sinkhole incident is isolated, with no nearby gas or sewer lines affected, and no injuries were reported when emergency crews responded.
- Pacific Street remains closed between 66th and 69th streets, with traffic on 67th Street still allowed; closures are expected to last several days as repairs continue.
- The Metropolitan Utilities District cautions that it is too early to definitively attribute the sinkhole to a water main leak, emphasizing the need for comprehensive geotechnical and infrastructure analysis.
- Authorities continue coordinated efforts to ensure public safety
