Floods causing a rising number of sinkholes to appear

Floods causing a rising number of sinkholes to appear

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The video discusses the impact of Britain's wet weather on the formation of sinkholes, focusing on a significant incident in Rippon where a house is being swallowed. It highlights other sinkhole occurrences in High Wycombe and Hemel Hempstead, explaining that these phenomena are caused by gypsum dissolving under the soil. A geologist provides insights into the risks and local attitudes towards living in sinkhole-prone areas.

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How does the geologist feel about living in an area prone to sinkholes?

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What do locals say about sinkholes in their area?

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