Highway 70, which lies nearby, has been closed as a thirty-six inch natural gas pipeline, which lies under the road, has begun bending due to the ground shift. Authorities say they fear an explosion if it breaks completely. Unclear is why the pipeline has not been shut down, due to the danger.
Mandatory evacuations have been in place, for several days now, but still some people have remained. The state says they are prepared to make it a forced evacuation, if danger seems imminent.
Authorities are saying the evacuation was placed because they are worried about possible explosions or radiation, coming from the sinkhole. No further explanation has been given as to why they are worried about radiation.
The sinkhole is believe to have been caused by a nearby salt mining cavern, which was plugged in 2011. Owners, Texas Brine Company, have been ordered by Louisiana's Department of Natural Resources to drill a will to investigate the cavern, take core samples, and provide daily readings for radiation.
Governor Jindal's emergency declaration, makes it possible for national resources to become involved. The Office of Homeland Security has decided to assist in the situation.
salt mines are places that are used to store radioactive material. the salt is perfect for absorbing certain radiation and is also liquified and seals when things like ground shifts happen. it is very likely the government has been unknowingly storing waste in these mines.
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