Huge sinkhole in Chinatown closes part of Saint-Laurent Boulevard

It might not be as big as the one back in 2013 that swallowed a backhoe at the corner of Ste-Catherine and Guy streets – but this one, a huge sinkhole that opened up at the corner of Saint-Laurent Blvd and Viger Avenue this morning in Montreal’s Chinatown, almost swallowed a complete traffic light. A part of Saint-Laurent Blvd. between De La Gauchetiere St. and Viger Ave. has been closed and is not expected to re-open at least until late Monday and perhaps even later. It is believed to have been caused by work going on at a nearby condo development.

In a CTV news report, Montreal spokesperson Philippe Sabourin said, Whatâ€™s happening on St. Laurent is the responsibility of the private entrepreneurâ€¦ the City of Montreal will make sure the cost of construction will be paid by the private entrepreneur. At this point, thatâ€™s not our main concern. Our main concern is to reopen the road as soon as possible. Check back later for updates.

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