University of Nebraska-Omaha Public Safety security cameras show the moment two vehicles fell into a sinkhole on Tuesday

 

University of Nebraska-Omaha Public Safety security cameras show the moment two vehicles fell into a sinkhole on Tuesday
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and the incident it shows:University of Nebraska-Omaha security camera footage captures the shocking moment two vehicles suddenly fell into a sinkhole on Tuesday afternoon.The event happened at the busy intersection of 67th and Pacific streets in Omaha's Aksarben area (near the University of Nebraska at Omaha campus).

A silver Dodge Ram pickup truck and a maroon Jeep (or similar vehicles) were waiting at a red light when the road abruptly collapsed beneath them, swallowing both vehicles into a hole roughly 6–10 feet deep.

Both drivers escaped unharmed and were already out of their vehicles by the time first responders arrived — no injuries were reported.

The Metropolitan Utilities District (M.U.D.) is investigating, and early reports suggest it may have been caused by a water main break or underground infrastructure failure.

Pacific Street was closed between 66th/67th and 63rd streets for recovery and repairs, with heavy tow trucks using cranes to pull the vehicles out later that evening.

The viral video (shared widely, including by police and news outlets) shows the dramatic collapse in real time, followed by bystanders rushing to help direct traffic and assist the drivers. Community members are being praised for their quick response and heroism in the footage and replies.People in the thread reactions highlighted:The impressive community help (several ran from far away to assist).

Some funny "main character" moments (like one driver blocking lanes to direct traffic dramatically).

Relief that the hole wasn't deeper and no one was seriously hurt.

Glad it ended safely — sinkholes like this can be terrifying! If you'd like more details or related updates, let me know.