Road Sinks as Wildlife Wreaks Havoc
College Road near East Halton has been shut after engineers warned it’s at “serious risk of collapse.” The road has sunk nearly two centimetres and keeps dropping, thanks to wildlife burrowing underneath.
Dangerous Damage Forces Closure
Specialist surveys uncovered widespread underground destruction caused by animals beneath the surface. The council declared the road “no longer safe for motorists” as the ground can’t be trusted anymore.
Repairs Hit Legal Snag Over Wildlife Protection
North Lincolnshire Council is ready to fix the damaged road but faces delays. National laws protecting animals mean the council must secure a license before repair work can start — slowing down the process.
