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The City of Bakersfield is advising the public to avoid the intersection of Fairfax Road and College Avenue after a 12-foot sinkhole opened up in the roadway.
Crews are expected to start repairs soon, but there is no estimated time that the street will re-open.
Drivers are recommended the avoid the area.
