Evacuations in Parajd, Romania as Sinkholes Expand Near Salt Mine

Parajd, Romania: 45 Homes Evacuated Amid Growing Sinkholes Near Salt Mine On Sunday, June 1st, 2025, residents of Parajd, Romania, faced a sudden emergency as sinkholes above the Dózsa salt mine began to expand. As a preventative measure, authorities ordered the evacuation of 45 homes in the vicinity. The Harghita County Emergency Committee acted swiftly, citing the risk to public safety. 'We had to evacuate 45 houses as a precaution,' stated an official from the committee. The video shows the significant size of the sinkholes and the ensuing evacuation. In response to the potential for flooding, local authorities, police, gendarmes, volunteers, and residents collaborated to construct a substantial temporary barrier using over 12,000 sandbags and protective panels. The speed and efficiency of this collaborative effort helped to alleviate concerns about further damage and ensured the safety of the evacuated residents.