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Homes evacuated after 'sinkhole' appears
Seven homes were evacuated after a 50-foot-deep sinkhole appeared on a new estate, prompting a major incident declaration and ongoing emergency response efforts.
- On Sunday, 21st September 2025, a massive sinkhole appeared on Green Field estate near Pole Lane, Darwen, causing a major incident declaration.
- The sinkhole emerged after heavy rain, likely exacerbating drainage problems in the area built on former mining land.
- Emergency services responded with a fire engine and drone unit, evacuating seven homes and establishing a cordon with road closures in place.
- Residents noted the sinkhole's depth as approximately 50ft and highlighted prior concerns about land stability and underground mineshafts.
- The council continues working with emergency services, utility companies, and the site developer to ensure resident safety and support those displaced.
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