June 19, 2018
Dr. Anthony Randazzo was recently featured on Orlando News 6 discussing the increase in frequency of sinkholes in the Orlando metro area, The Villages and Ocala. Click on the link below to watch the feature and read the article. https://www.clickorlando.com/news/orlando-ocala-living-up-to-sinkhole-alley-name-as-geologists-brace-for-more
October 05, 2017
If you are thinking about purchasing a home that has been previously remediated for sinkhole activity, there are a few things you need to be aware of and consider. First, make sure you ask for any technical reports that have been issued to the current or any previous owner. This includes and structural damage assessment […]
You’ve found your dream home at an incredible price! But the bad news is that one of the biggest potential purchases of your lifetime might come with a sinkhole problem.
Read MoreWhether warranted or not, potential home buyers who believe there are sinkhole concerns at your property may walk away from the sale without all the facts.
Read MoreThere are three different types of sinkholes and their formation is dependent on the specific stratigraphy of a given region. In Florida...
Read MoreOctober 03, 2017
Dr. Randazzo shared with the Gainesville Sun what we expect to change after Hurricane Irma: sinkholes, bugs and much weaker trees. Click below to read the article. Thanks, Irma: More bugs, weaker trees
Long sought-after rain that arrives following a drought brings relief to your lawn and landscaping, but it also may cause a land depression or even a sinkhole to form.
Read MoreWill FEMA or insurance cover Irma-related sinkhole or washout damage?
Read MoreIf you are thinking about purchasing a home that has been previously remediated for sinkhole activity, there are a few things you need to be aware of and consider.
Read MoreSeptember 26, 2017
Dr. Doug Smith was recently interviewed by the Orlando Sentinel for an article about a cover collapse sinkhole that developed in Apopka, Florida during Hurricane Irma and whether or not events like this are covered by FEMA. Click below to read the article. Orlando Sentinel Article – Will FEMA or insurance cover Irma-related sinkhole or washout […]
How will Hurricane Irma impact Alachua County?
Read MoreLong sought-after rain that arrives following a drought brings relief to your lawn and landscaping, but it also may cause a land depression or even a sinkhole to form.
Read MoreIf you are thinking about purchasing a home that has been previously remediated for sinkhole activity, there are a few things you need to be aware of and consider.
Read MoreAugust 29, 2017
You’ve found your dream home at an incredible price! But the bad news is that one of the biggest potential purchases of your lifetime might come with a sinkhole problem. Before walking away, do your research. By understanding the history of the property, you can learn if there are any legitimate concerns. If you are not […]
There are three different types of sinkholes and their formation is dependent on the specific stratigraphy of a given region. In Florida...
Read MoreWhether warranted or not, potential home buyers who believe there are sinkhole concerns at your property may walk away from the sale without all the facts.
Read MoreIntense rainfall events that occur over a short period of time can be a triggering mechanism for the development of cover collapse sinkholes in Florida.
Read MoreAugust 10, 2017
Long sought-after rain that arrives following a drought brings relief to your lawn and landscaping, but it also may cause a land depression or even a sinkhole to form. First, don’t panic! This may be an isolated feature and potentially an easy and inexpensive fix. Simply filling the feature and monitoring it may be the […]
Whether warranted or not, potential home buyers who believe there are sinkhole concerns at your property may walk away from the sale without all the facts.
Read MoreThere are three different types of sinkholes and their formation is dependent on the specific stratigraphy of a given region. In Florida...
Read MoreIntense rainfall events that occur over a short period of time can be a triggering mechanism for the development of cover collapse sinkholes in Florida.
Read MoreAugust 01, 2017
Whether warranted or not, potential home buyers who believe there are sinkhole concerns at your property may walk away from the sale without all the facts. Having experts in this field can help explain or even provide a written report concerning your property’s geology. For over 35 years, we have provided opinions concerning sinkhole issues […]
There are three different types of sinkholes and their formation is dependent on the specific stratigraphy of a given region. In Florida...
Read MoreYou want to buy a home in Florida that is safe, secure and free of sinkholes. Follow these Top 5 Tips and know what you're getting...
Read MoreSinkholes are a natural and common geologic feature in areas underlain rock types that are soluble in natural water. In Florida, the most common of these soluble rock types are...
Read MoreMay 31, 2017
Geohazards was recently featured on Gainesville's local CBS program called Local Discovery. Hosted by Zach Memos, Local Discovery introduces you to the Geohazards team and shows you how we can help with any issues you may have with your home or property. Click the link below to watch how Geohazards can help you protect your home investment.
Click Here to Watch our Local Discovery Segment
You want to buy a Florida home that is safe and a secure investment, yet many home buyers are concerned about the possibility of a sinkhole on their property. Follow these Top 5 Tips and you'll have nothing to worry about...
Read MoreA Tampa man died when a sinkhole suddenly swallowed his entire bedroom and pulled it deep into the earth. But what exactly is a sinkhole and how do they happen?
Read MoreSinkholes can vary from a few feet to hundreds of acres and from less than 1 to more than 100 feet deep.
Read MoreSeptember 01, 2016
Intense rainfall events that occur over a short period of time can be a triggering mechanism for the development of cover collapse sinkholes in Florida.
Florida’s danger of being affected by tropical weather events is a longstanding reality. Geohazards would like to shed some light on the geologic concerns associated with intense rain events. Millions of years of coastal and oceanic processes has shaped the geologic landscape of Florida. These processes have created a porous, highly variable karst landscape […]
You want to buy a Florida home that is safe and a secure investment, yet many home buyers are concerned about the possibility of a sinkhole on their property. Follow these Top 5 Tips and you'll have nothing to worry about...
Read MoreSinkholes can vary from a few feet to hundreds of acres and from less than 1 to more than 100 feet deep.
Read MoreHow do Geologists classify sinkholes and what makes each different? Here is a brief overview of the most common types...
Read MoreJanuary 08, 2016
Back in January of 2015, Mr. David Kushner paid a visit to Gainesville and the Geohazards’ office to learn more about the world of sinkholes in Florida. I spent the day showing him around the town and answering a slew of questions. This is the his article published in Nautilus Magazine titled “The Sinkhole Hunters.” […]
October 21, 2015
Florida Legislature changes passed in 2011 dramatically changes the way insurance companies are required to handle sinkhole claims. Find out what the new law means and how it affects new sinkhole insurance claims.
Sinkhole Insurance Coverage In 2011, the Florida legislature changes the statutes on how insurance companies handle sinkhole claims and issue sinkhole coverage. Before 2011, sinkhole coverage was automatically included into everyone’s homeowner insurance policy and the insurance companies were required to investigate every claim. That included everything from catastrophic collapse sinkholes that cause severe damage […]
You want to buy a Florida home that is safe and a secure investment, yet many home buyers are concerned about the possibility of a sinkhole on their property. Follow these Top 5 Tips and you'll have nothing to worry about...
Read MoreSinkholes are a natural and common geologic feature in areas underlain with rock types that are soluble in natural water. In Florida, the most common of these soluble rock types are...
Read MoreFlorida is often referred to by Geologists as "Swiss Cheese." That's because Florida is largely composed of karst, or soluble rock.
Read MoreOctober 18, 2015
You want to buy a Florida home that is safe and a secure investment, yet many home buyers are concerned about the possibility of a sinkhole on their property. Follow these Top 5 Tips and you'll have nothing to worry about...
How to protect yourself when buying a home in Florida. First time home buyers in Florida are often nervous about purchasing a home that sits on top of a sinkhole. Given the fact that sinkholes are a predominant feature in Florida, it’s a valid concern. While it is rare for a home to be swallowed up […]
There are three different types of sinkholes and their formation is dependent on the specific stratigraphy of a given region. In Florida...
Read MoreFlorida is often referred to by Geologists as "Swiss Cheese." That's because Florida is largely composed of karst, or soluble rock.
Read MoreSinkholes are a natural and common geologic feature in areas underlain with rock types that are soluble in natural water. In Florida, the most common of these soluble rock types are...
Read MoreOctober 18, 2015
Living on top of soluble rock, or karst, has some inherrent challenges. Learn just what karst is and where it's located.
WHAT IS KARST? Karst is a terrain with distinctive landforms and hydrology created from the dissolution of soluble rocks, principally limestone and dolomite. Karst terrain is characterized by springs, caves, sinkholes, and a unique hydrogeology that results in aquifers that are highly productive, but extremely vulnerable to contamination. In the United States, about 40% of […]
You want to buy a home in Florida that is safe, secure and free of sinkholes. Follow these Top 5 Tips and know what you're getting
Read MoreThere are three different types of sinkholes and their formation is dependent on the specific stratigraphy of a given region. In Florida...
Read MoreSinkholes are a natural and common geologic feature in areas underlain with rock types that are soluble in natural water. In Florida, the most common of these soluble rock types are...
Read MoreOctober 15, 2015
How do Geologists classify sinkholes and what makes each different? Here is a brief overview of the most common types...
Yes. There are three different types of sinkholes and their formation is dependent on the specific stratigraphy (the different layers of soils and rock below the surface) of a given region. Cover Collapse Sinkholes Cover-collapse sinkholes may develop abruptly (over a period of hours) and thus cause catastrophic damages. They occur where the covering sediments […]
You want to buy a home in Florida that is safe, secure and free of sinkholes. Follow these Top 5 Tips and know what you're getting...
Read MoreSinkholes are a natural and common geologic feature in areas underlain rock types that are soluble in natural water. In Florida, the most common of these soluble rock types are...
Read MoreFlorida is often referred to by Geologists as "Swiss Cheese." That's because Florida is largely composed of karst, or soluble rock.
Read MoreOctober 15, 2015
Sinkholes can vary from a few feet to hundreds of acres and from less than 1 to more than 100 feet deep.
WHAT IS A SINKHOLE? A sinkhole is an area of ground (typically a visible surface depression) that has no natural external surface drainage–when it rains, all of the water stays inside the sinkhole and typically drains into the subsurface. Sinkholes are a natural and common geologic feature in areas underlain with rock types that are […]
You want to buy a home in Florida that is safe, secure and free of sinkholes. Follow these Top 5 Tips and know what you're getting
Read MoreThere are three different types of sinkholes and their formation is dependent on the specific stratigraphy of a given region. In Florida...
Read MoreFlorida is often referred to by Geologists as "Swiss Cheese." That's because Florida is largely composed of karst, or soluble rock.
Read MoreAugust 28, 2015
A Tampa man died when a sinkhole suddenly swallowed his entire bedroom and pulled it deep into the earth. But what exactly is a sinkhole and how do they happen?
WHAT CAUSES SINKHOLES? Naturally occurring sinkholes, like the one that killed Jeremy Bush, are depressions in the earth caused by water erosion of the bedrock below a land surface. Acidic rainwater seeps through the ground and reaches soluble bedrock (usually salt, sandstone, or a carbonate rock such as limestone). It dissolves small amounts, and carries […]
Sinkholes are a natural and common geologic feature in areas underlain with rock types that are soluble in natural water. In Florida, the most common of these soluble rock types are...
Read MoreThere are three different types of sinkholes and their formation is dependent on the specific stratigraphy of a given region. In Florida...
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