A large sinkhole appeared on a housing estate, causing many people to evacuate.

In a quiet housing estate in Wales, an enormous hole has suddenly appeared, causing quite the commotion. It was a normal day for the residents until they were suddenly evacuated from their homes due to the emergence of a massive sinkhole in the middle of the road. The incident took place in Nant Morlais, Pant, Merthyr on December 1st. The local council and police immediately arrived on the scene, along with other agencies, to assess the situation and ensure the safety of the surrounding area.

A statement from the Merthyr Council was released, thanking everyone for their offers of help and support, but stating that no further assistance was needed at this time. The main priority was to ensure the safety of the residents and other individuals in the vicinity. It was reported that a small hole had appeared on Saturday and had gradually expanded, swallowing up the tarmac overnight. As a precaution, locals were advised to stay away from the area until engineers were able to assess and address the situation.

The council also issued a warning, requesting that people refrain from entering the area to allow the engineers to work safely. This was especially important given the heavy rainfall in parts of Wales overnight, which may have contributed to the sinkhole's sudden appearance. This incident comes just days after Storm Bert had caused destruction in various parts of the country. According to local councillor David Hughes, it is believed that a culvert had collapsed, leading to the sinkhole's formation.

As a precautionary measure, the residents of Nant Morlais, around 30 homes in total, were evacuated from their homes. The cul-de-sac was also closed, and people were advised to avoid the area until further notice. It is uncertain how long the evacuation will last, but the safety of the residents is the top priority. The police have issued a statement, informing the public that the road is closed in both directions and urging them to avoid the affected area until further notice. The cause of the sinkhole is still under investigation, and updates will be provided as soon as possible.

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