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How Do Sinkholes Form in florida?
 You find cracks in your foundation and start to wonder, "Could I have a sinkhole? How do sinkholes form?" Sinkholes in Florida, an all-too common occurrence, happen when underground water erodes limestone beneath the ground surface. Occurring gradually over a period of many years although sometimes appearing suddenly, sinkholes can cause major damage to your property. Here is what happens to cause the formation of the sinkhole:
- Rainfall seeps through the soil, absorbing carbon dioxide and reacting with decaying vegetation, turning the water mildly acidic
- The slightly acidic ground water slowly dissolves cavities and caves in the limestone over a period of many years.
- The cavity enlarges to a point where the ceiling can no longer support the weight of overlying sediments
- The earth collapses into the cavity
Drought can make conditions favorable for sinkholes to form. In addition, heavy rains after droughts can cause enough pressure on the ground to form sinkholes. Well drilling data suggests that a good bit of Florida is pierced with cavities of different sizes. Human activities can add to the problem – diverting water from a large area and concentrating it in a single point, drilling new wells, over withdrawal of groundwater, and artificially creating surface water ponds can all be a factor in sinkhole formation.
If you think you have a sinkhole and your insurance company isn't responding as you think it should, call Wells Law Group for a free case evaluation.
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