Sinkhole shuts down portion of Sumter County road: Deputies

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A sinkhole has shut down part of a county road in Sumter County Saturday, according to deputies. 

The roadway between US 301 and CR 475  along CR 542W will be shut down until further notice after a sinkhole formed near the area. 

The Sumter County Sheriff's Office and the fire department are on the scene. 

Drivers are asked to avoid the area and expect possible delays. 

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