One lane of the Posey Tube in Alameda will be closed for at least a week due to a major sinkhole, according to Alameda Public Works.

The failure of a storm drain at the tube’s exit is what caused the sinkhole to form, officials said Saturday.

Repairs will take at least a week, and one lane in the tube will stay closed during this time.

Drivers should plan ahead for significant delays leaving Alameda. 

Officials are advising the public to use alternative routes.

*The Posey Tube is an underwater tunnel that connects Oakland and Alameda.

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