Sinkhole Causes Problems

TYLER — The ground gave way behind the subway restaurant at the corner of Beckham and Houston over the weekend. KETK reports recent heavy rains and years of erosion opened a sinkhole measuring 12 feet deep and 40 feet across. Not only is the sinkhole a danger, it’s bad for business. While crews work on repairing the hole, expect traffic delays. City officials say, “We did close Beckham; the southbound lanes of Beckham were reduced to one traffic lane so that we could bring in some large equipment.” The recent rainy weather could cause a delay in repairs. Until the soil dries, crews can only work to minimize the damage.