Google Earth: Massive hole that sucks helicopters in revealed - but what is it?

Google Earth : What is the massive hole spotted in Russia?

GOOGLE EARTH has captured a large hole in the ground found in Russia, with layers burying deep underground. It is rumoured to be able to suck helicopters into it but what is the story behind it?

Google Earth has revealed some of the most beautiful destinations around the world.

Whilst conspiracy theorists and alien enthusiasts believe they have spotted confirmation of their ideas, more often than not they have a scientific explanation.

A large hole has been spotted in Russia that goes deep into the ground in Mirny, Sakha Republic.

It has been rumoured to be so deep that it can suck helicopters into it due to the vast air strength.

Yet what is behind this bizarre hole in the ground?

BY Kara Godfrey.

Full story at Express.