Massive Sinkhole in Japan Swallows Truck, Trapping Driver
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A massive sinkhole recently swallowed a truck in Japan, trapping the driver inside. The incident occurred at an intersection in Saitama Prefecture, near Tokyo. The sinkhole, which appeared suddenly, is approximately 10 meters in diameter and 5 meters deep. The truck driver was stuck inside the vehicle, and authorities have been working tirelessly to rescue him.
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Emergency services were able to establish communication with the driver, but the rescue efforts have been challenging due to the fragile walls of the sinkhole. Firefighters and police have been on-site since the incident was reported around 9:40 a.m. local time. The rescue operation has been ongoing for several hours, with authorities working through the day to ensure the driver's safety and extraction.
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This incident has caused significant disruptions, particularly at the busy road intersection where the sinkhole appeared. The environmental impact and the exact cause of the sinkhole are still under investigation, but it has already led to economic impacts, including disruptions to online banking systems at the Bank of Fukuoka.
