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Search for Missing Grandmother in Pennsylvania Sinkhole Turns to Recovery Effort

Authorities are shifting focus from rescue to recovery in the search for Elizabeth Pollard, who fell into a sinkhole while searching for her cat.

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Updated: Dec 4th, 2024, 10:19 PM ET

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The search for 64-year-old Elizabeth Pollard, who fell into a sinkhole while looking for her lost cat in Pennsylvania, has moved from rescue efforts to recovery, as authorities face unstable mining conditions. Pollard went missing after parking her car near a restaurant with her granddaughter, found unharmed inside. Search crews have seen signs in the mine but report no communication with Pollard, and authorities warn that collapsing ground may complicate recovery efforts. Despite no significant signs of life, family members remain hopeful as search operations continue in the challenging environment.

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