According to Manchester Evening News, a 40-feet deep sinkhole shut Mancunian Road as flooding hit Manchester last Friday, August 14. Bringing traffic to a standstill in both directions, the said giant crater appeared at the Ancoats end of the busy commuter route relatively between the junctions with the A6 London Road and Fairfield Street.

Manchester City Council said that diversions and alternate routes have been put in place - encouraging motorists to get rid of the area as much as possible. It is not yet known as to until when Mancunian Road will still be closed to traffic.

Council engineers and United Utilities have promptly evaluated the crater including possible causes and further damages or risks. According to said report, the sinkhole was caused either by a collapsed sewer or a culvert - a pipe which carries water underground.

It is not yet known how long the carriageway will be closed for, but motorists have been advised to avoid the area and diversion have been put in place.

Manchester's Giant Sinkhole's Top View

Watch drone footage: Mancunian Way in #Manchester to stay closed after sinkhole collapse https://t.co/K5MWGIMuym pic.twitter.com/ioMYXTWaEm

— SalfordOnline (@SalfordOnline) August 17, 2015

Mancunian Way: Still Closed

Mancunian Way still closed in both directions btwn the McDonald Hotel and Fairfield Street due to 40ft deep sinkhole. pic.twitter.com/NZEGu2WrTg — BBC Radio Manchester (@bbcradiomanc) August 17, 2015

... as the sinkhole gets bigger?

RT "@alexghibbert: I've just been warned to get back as the 40ft hole on #Mancunian Way is getting bigger" #sinkhole pic.twitter.com/3WWlhe64xW — Oldham Weather (@ChadWeather) August 14, 2015

The workman explained that there were concerns it could spread to the other side and he seemed to see both directions being closed for weeks while repair work takes place. Memes have gone viral over social media. Oh my, really scary huh?!

Scary happenings on Mancunian Way #sinkhole pic.twitter.com/x8roAUlVyy — Tahira Mirza (@tahiramirza1) August 14, 2015

And funny, too...

Let's see what's inside the H-O-L-E.

A closer look inside the Mancunian Way sinkhole pic.twitter.com/4PaxWx3Ws0 — Jonathon Aalders (@JonathonAalders) August 14, 2015

Can a tangerine really help?

We fixed it, everyone continue as normal... @MENnewsdesk #Manchester #sinkhole pic.twitter.com/N232xHwA6T — Tangerine (@Tangerine_PR) August 17, 2015

How about taking a selfie?

Can't believe the sink hole outside work on the Mancunian Way! #selfie #Manchester #sinkhole @Photolink pic.twitter.com/Wk6Oajdbb0 — Paul Casey (@PCasey86) August 14, 2015

Tell me, is it really safe to strike a pose? Please don't dare.

This 'alibi' can perhaps do some wonders.

Mancunian Way sink hole gives Friday night drinkers a perfect excuse. pic.twitter.com/xB2FGgfXF2 — David Cook (@CyberSolicitor) August 14, 2015

 ... but not to your wife, I guess.

How about some magic or tricks?

Don't worry about the Mancunian Way sinkhole. Jamie and his magic torch are on it ... pic.twitter.com/FjTeFb8Oss — Rachel (@racybearhold) August 14, 2015

Worry no more! These edited photos have given the netizens some good laugh - paving way for some funny diversions, too particularly to ease tension and panic.

Nonetheless, it always pays to be aware, prepared, and alert at all times. Keep safe, everyone!