Man and Truck Rescued After Backyard Sinkhole Collapse in Phoenix
A man fell into a 6-foot-deep backyard sinkhole in Phoenix, near 24th Street and Thomas Road, with his pickup truck also partially swallowed by the collapse. The man was rescued and hospitalized in stable condition.
Phoenix, AZ, November 1, 2026 — A sinkhole opened unexpectedly in a Phoenix backyard, leading to the rescue of a man and his pickup truck. The incident occurred near 24th Street and Thomas Road.
According to reports, the ground gave way, creating a sinkhole that measured approximately 6 feet deep. A man was inside the backyard when the collapse happened, and his pickup truck was also caught in the event, becoming partially swallowed by the sinkhole.
Emergency crews responded to the scene to carry out a rescue operation. The man was successfully extricated from the sinkhole and subsequently transported to a local hospital. He was reported to be in stable condition following the ordeal.
Details regarding the cause of the sinkhole were not immediately available. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. No information was provided on permit status or inspection outcomes. The full extent of the damage to the property was also not detailed.
This event highlights the unpredictable nature of sinkholes and the immediate dangers they can pose to residents and property. Further updates were not provided in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Sara.Filips@fox.com (Sara Filips) on www.fox10phoenix.com, see more information here.
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