Sinkhole at Malibu home reportedly owned by Nicolas Cage prompts evacuation
More than 30 properties ordered to evacuate after sinkhole grows to roughly 25-30ft deep and 30 by 60 feet wide
TL;DR
- Malibu officials declared a local emergency after a large sinkhole opened near 31630 Sea Level Drive.
- Over 30 properties were ordered to evacuate due to the sinkhole, which was roughly 25-30ft deep and 30 by 60ft wide.
- The sinkhole is reportedly at a home purchased by actor Nicolas Cage in 2024.
- Seven homes were red-tagged due to hazardous conditions, and 24 residences were red-tagged due to loss of safe vehicular access.
- Gas service was shut off, and water service may also be discontinued.
- Conditions are expected to worsen with forecasted high tides, rains, and high surf from Post-tropical Cyclone Marie.
- Emergency personnel access is severely constrained and may be impassable.
- A temporary shelter was established at Malibu High School by the American Red Cross.