A massive sinkhole has swallowed a private road in Malibu’s exclusive coastal community, triggering evacuations for nearby properties and raising concerns about broader geological risks. The dramatic collapse threatens high-value homes, including a cliffside mansion owned by a well-known actor. Experts warn the incident may signal deeper instability in the area, prompting fears of further disruptions. Residents and officials are now assessing the situation as safety measures take hold.


Malibu’s ultra-wealthy playground has been blocked off after a monster sinkhole ripped through a private road, forcing dozens of properties in the secluded celebrity enclave into mandatory evacuation. And sitting perilously close to the gaping crater is Nicolas Cage’s $10.5 million cliff-top mansion. “I don’t think this is a single, isolated event for Malibu,” Malibu...