A 30ft-wide sinkhole that opened outside actor Nicolas Cage’s $10.5 million Malibu mansion has led the City of Malibu to red-tag five homes, prohibiting entry due to structural risks. The collapse occurred early Tuesday morning, prompting emergency responses to a suspected gas leak and coastal erosion exacerbated by Hurricane Marie.
City officials confirm red-tagging of homes
The Los Angeles County Fire Department and Southern California Gas Company responded to the incident, which involved the driveway collapse outside Cage’s 4,000-square-foot beachfront property. The City of Malibu stated in an X post that the Building Safety Division and gas company are assessing the situation, with no evacuations ordered but heightened monitoring of erosion-prone areas.
Sinkhole linked to Hurricane Marie’s coastal erosion
The 30ft-by-30ft crater exposed underlying infrastructure, including beams and a collapsed glass fence. KTLA reported that no injuries occurred, and firefighters confirmed no one was inside the home at the time. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and City of Malibu closed the private road, while officials noted that high surf from Hurricane Marie contributed to the erosion.
Property details and ongoing assessments
Cage purchased the oceanfront mansion in 2024 for $10.5 million. The Daily Mail reported that the home features a rooftop deck with a jacuzzi and glass walls, though renovation work was observed. The sinkhole also damaged a portable restroom and adjacent street, with construction cones cordoning off the area.
No immediate confirmation on home damage extent
While the driveway and street sustained significant damage, authorities have not yet assessed the full impact on the property. The City’s Building Safety Division and gas company continue evaluations, with updates promised as they become available. The Pacific Coast Highway and nearby beaches remain under monitoring due to ongoing erosion risks.