Massive sinkhole to keep busy Orange County road closed until midweek

Orange County, CA — Massive sinkhole forces road closure

A 10-foot-wide sinkhole opened over the weekend on a busy Orange County street after a water main break near the corner of Santiago Boulevard and East Meats Avenue in the city of Orange. The break produced a noticeable dip in water pressure for many residents and caved in the roadway, leaving numerous homes temporarily without water.

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What happened

Officials reported that a water main broke on Saturday, triggering the sinkhole. Residents experienced reduced or no water pressure after the break. One local resident, Nathan Winn, recalled the sudden loss of water and confusion when family members could not turn water back on.

Response and repairs

City crews worked around the clock to repair the damaged water main and a storm drain that was also affected.
A temporary hose was installed to restore water service to affected residents while crews completed longer-term repairs.
Officials expected the major repairs to be finished later Sunday night, with remaining roadway work likely completed by Tuesday and the street potentially reopening by Wednesday.

Impact and safety

Motorists are asked to use alternate routes while repairs continue. Sinkholes caused by utility failures can create hazardous road conditions; residents should follow official updates from local public works and news outlets for reopening information.

Report by KTLA News. Original story: Yahoo/KTLA — Massive sinkhole to keep busy Orange County road closed until midweek