A bizarre incident has unfolded in Somerset, where a lorry became stuck in a sinkhole after being sent to fix it. The incident occurred on Butleigh Drove, near the village of Walton in Somerset, when the ground gave way beneath the lorry.
Contractors from a company called Stabilised Pavements were dispatched to repair the sinkhole, but their efforts were thwarted when the ground beneath the lorry collapsed, leaving it at a near 45-degree angle. According to reports, the lorry was left stranded in the sinkhole, with its wheels partially submerged in the muddy ground.
The incident has raised concerns about the state of the UK's road infrastructure and the challenges faced by contractors in maintaining the country's roads. It is not the first time that a lorry has become stuck in a sinkhole in the UK, and it highlights the need for more investment in road maintenance.
The incident is also a reminder of the importance of road safety, particularly for HGV drivers who are often at risk of accidents on uneven or damaged roads. The UK government has faced criticism in the past for its handling of road maintenance, with opposition parties calling for more funding to be allocated to the sector.
In response to the incident, a spokesperson for the Department for Transport (DfT) said that they were aware of the situation and were working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. The DfT has been responsible for overseeing road maintenance in the UK since 2016, and has faced criticism for its handling of the issue.