OXFORD, N.S. “We want to find out the extent of the underground cavern responsible for this … sinkhole,” Tizzard said, suggesting there may be other sinkholes nearby that haven’t broken through the surface. The ground beneath the Oxford area is known to contain gypsum and salt deposits, minerals that dissolve when infiltrated by water. The spectacle has been drawing curious onlookers to the small town, and has even caused minor car accidents. Residents were to gather at a local theatre for an information session led by community liaison geologist Garth Demont.

Source: National Post September 20, 2018 21:14 UTC