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Sinkhole Opens at Shanghai Metro Site; Footage Sparks Debate

2/13/2026

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On February 12, 2026, a sinkhole opened at a Shanghai Metro Line construction site.
Local authorities confirmed no casualties after police blocked nearby roads.
The state-owned enterprise managing the Shanghai Metro Line construction project had reported a site leak before the incident and activated its emergency response plan.
Dramatic footage of the collapse went viral.
The authenticity of the footage remains unverified, with some suggesting AI alteration.

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Story summary

On February 12, 2026, a sinkhole opened at a Shanghai Metro Line construction site.
Local authorities confirmed no casualties after police blocked nearby roads.
The state-owned enterprise managing the Shanghai Metro Line construction project had reported a site leak before the incident and activated its emergency response plan.
Dramatic footage of the collapse went viral.
The authenticity of the footage remains unverified, with some suggesting AI alteration.