29.07.2025 20:54
In the Tanjong Katong area of Singapore, a massive sinkhole caused a car in motion to suddenly fall into it, creating great panic. Local authorities stated that the collapse was likely due to an underground water leak or soil erosion. Footage of this terrifying incident quickly spread on social media, being viewed millions of times.
The incident that occurred in the Tanjong Katong area of Singapore shocked onlookers. A female driver experienced great panic when her vehicle suddenly fell into a massive hole that appeared in the middle of the road while she was driving.
The incident took place in front of a road worker who was directing traffic. According to eyewitnesses, as the vehicle was moving forward, the road suddenly collapsed, and the car was engulfed in the hole within seconds. Fortunately, the driver was rescued before the hole deepened further.
Immediately after the accident, rescue teams were dispatched to the scene. With the help of a crane, the vehicle was carefully removed from the hole. The female driver, who was in shock at the time, was quickly evacuated from the vehicle safely. After initial treatment at the scene, the driver was taken to the hospital for observation. It was reported that her health condition is good.
Local authorities stated that the collapse was likely caused by an underground water leak or soil erosion. The road has been closed to traffic for safety reasons, and investigations are ongoing in the area.
Neighborhood residents and witnesses described the experience as "like a nightmare." One eyewitness said, "The car was moving slowly, and suddenly the road disappeared, and the vehicle was swallowed. It was like a scene from a movie."
Such road collapses, although rare in Singapore, are particularly associated with landslides and infrastructure issues following heavy rainfall. Authorities announced that comprehensive safety and ground checks would be conducted in the area to prevent similar accidents.