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Massive Sinkhole Expands, Threatens Village and Power Lines

2/5/2026

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A 100-metre-deep sinkhole is consuming part of a village in northwestern Indonesia.
Local farmers are trying to expand their farmland away from the growing crater.
Staff from the state electricity company are concerned the sinkhole may reach a high-voltage transmission tower.
Authorities say the affected area has grown from about 27,000 square metres to 30,000 square metres.

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Story summary

A 100-metre-deep sinkhole is consuming part of a village in northwestern Indonesia.
Local farmers are trying to expand their farmland away from the growing crater.
Staff from the state electricity company are concerned the sinkhole may reach a high-voltage transmission tower.
Authorities say the affected area has grown from about 27,000 square metres to 30,000 square metres.