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Goonch

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25. Yes, Florida has a significant, naturally occurring sinkhole problem and experiences more sinkholes than any other U.S.

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Mon May 25, 2026, 03:57 PM

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state. The entire state is underlain by highly porous carbonate limestone bedrock. Over eons, acidic groundwater dissolves this limestone, creating vast underground voids and cavern systems. When the surface soil and sediment can no longer support the weight above these cavities, the ground collapses, causing a sinkhole.

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