Key Facts
• On July 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM, a road collapse occurred in Kitakyushu City.
• Location: Route 257 in Tokuriki 2-chome, Kokuraminami Ward.
• Sinkhole dimensions: 2 meters wide, 1.5–2 meters deep, with an internal cavity.
• A small car’s rear wheel became trapped in the sinkhole.
• No injuries reported as of 11:10 AM.
• Authorities have closed the area to traffic and are investigating the cause.
• Police and city officials are working to remove the vehicle.
• Social media posts confirm the car stuck in the sinkhole.
Summary
A road collapse occurred on July 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM in Kitakyushu City, specifically on Route 257 in Tokuriki 2-chome, Kokuraminami Ward. The sinkhole, measuring 2 meters wide and 1.5–2 meters deep, trapped the rear wheel of a small car. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported. As of 11:10 AM, the area remains closed to traffic while authorities, including police and city officials, work to remove the vehicle and determine the cause of the collapse. Social media posts have provided visual confirmation of the incident. Investigations are ongoing.
