CTA Bus Plunges into Sinkhole After Water Main Rupture

March 14, 2026 | Chicago, IL

A Chicago Transit Authority bus swerved into a large sinkhole formed by a burst water main early Friday morning, leading to a prompt emergency response. The event unfolded at approximately 12:49 a.m. on March 14, involving the Route T52 bus. First responders rushed to the location and successfully extracted everyone aboard without any reports of severe injuries.

T52 On Scene CTA bus into a sink hole caused by a water main break, individuals removed from the bus

Officials are probing the reasons behind the water main failure and its effects on nearby infrastructure. Further developments on possible liabilities and public transportation safety will be shared as information becomes available.

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