A sinkhole can develop at any time of the year, but more often than not, sinkholes happen in greater frequency at a specific time of the year. Unofficially, sinkholes in the state of Florida are more likely to happen after winter and before summer, and for good reasons. With a sinkhole, Timber Pines residents should be aware that during this period conditions are optimal for sediments to start dissolving or breaking down do to many factors. Other outside forces can influence how intense an unofficial sinkhole seasons such as the weather like with drought conditions.
The Dry Winter Season
In many places around the United States, winter is often filled with freezing rain or snow, but this is not the case in Florida. This season is the driest for Florida, and it can often lead to more frequent sinkholes. Timber Pines residents should know that during this time ground-water will slowly evaporate and dry out, creating voids and crevasses in the limestone terrain. This alone is enough to cause some sinkholes to begin to appear, but the onset of spring often puts sinkhole conditions into a much rapid state.
The beginning of a Rainy Spring
Water can potentially avoid some types of sinkholes but too much water can also create the perfect conditions for them. The first rainfalls of spring can often cause a lot of sinkholes because of the previous winter drying everything out. This water will further erode the dried-out limestone and the wait of the water can weight a lot, causing a sinkhole. Timber Pines residents should also be aware that environmental conditions can also affect the rate or severity of a sinkhole. For example, during the time of a drought, sinkholes will happen more often in the state of Florida.
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