Road Collapse Swallows Vehicles in Omaha Intersection

Security footage captures dramatic moment as ground gives way, sending cars into sinkhole

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Dramatic video captured the moment a road collapsed underneath two cars near the University of Nebraska-Omaha, sending the vehicles feet below ground. Emergency crews responded to the incident at 67th and Pacific streets, but the occupants had escaped the hole by the time authorities arrived. No injuries were reported, though a water main broke during the collapse. Officials say the street will remain closed for several days as crews work to retrieve the cars and repair the damage.

Why it matters

Sinkholes and road collapses can pose serious threats to public safety, especially in urban areas with heavy traffic. This incident highlights the need for regular infrastructure inspections and maintenance to prevent such sudden and dangerous failures.

The details

Security footage showed two cars pulling up to the intersection, side-by-side, when a third car pulled up behind them. Moments later, the road gave way, swallowing the two lead vehicles. Emergency crews responded and found the occupants had already escaped the hole. A water main also broke during the collapse, though no injuries were reported.

  • The incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. local time on Tuesday, February 26, 2026.
  • Crews worked for several hours to retrieve the cars from the sinkhole.

The players

University of Nebraska-Omaha

The university where the road collapse occurred, near the intersection of 67th and Pacific streets.

Lt. Dan Martin

A public safety officer with the University of Nebraska-Omaha who spoke to local media about the incident.

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What they’re saying

“This caught everybody by surprise.”

— Lt. Dan Martin, University of Nebraska-Omaha Public Safety Officer (WOWT)

What’s next

Officials told WOWT the street will remain closed for "several days" as crews work to retrieve the cars and repair the damage caused by the sinkhole.

The takeaway

This dramatic road collapse serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive infrastructure maintenance and inspections to prevent such sudden and dangerous failures that can put public safety at risk. Sinkholes and other infrastructure issues can have widespread impacts on a community, underscoring the need for vigilance and preparedness.