The odder the better when it comes to excuses to pile into the Expedition for a road trip. And, only in Texas
could a big hole elicit so much excitement. The Associated Press reports:
DAISETTA, Texas (AP) — Geologists said a 260-foot-deep sinkhole that grew to the length of
three football fields over just two days seemed to be slowing down Thursday, but that it could take months before it’s clear whether surrounding areas are stable.The 900-foot-long sinkhole, with crumbling dirt around its edges resembling sharp teeth, has swallowed up oil tanks and barrels, tires, telephone poles and several vehicles in Daisetta, a once-booming oil town of about 1,000 residents about 60 miles northeast of Houston.
Wee-ooo, mama–load up the cooler, we’re on the road!
More details to come. But, really, how many more details could you possibly use?