Texas Residents Fear For Their Lives As Sinkhole Threatens Town

A sinkhole in Daisetta, Texas, spread 1,000ft wide and grew 400ft deep in just one night.

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The sinkhole had been stable for several years, but suddenly the rim began withering on Sunday.

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Residents reportedly heard loud sounds like gunshots coming from the ground.

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Some residents had packed their bags and were ready to escape in fear of the hole swallowing them up.

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However, fire officials warn that sinkholes are unpredictable and can crumble quickly.

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The sinkhole began expanding 15 years ago and has already swallowed up cars, oil tanks, and power lines.

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Experts believe the sinkhole is caused due to the eroding large salt dome.

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City officials are closely watching the situation but are not planning on evacuating anyone.

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