The number of potholes this year has raised concerns among road users about potential safety hazards. Some cyclists have complained that they need to dodge potholes at all times to avoid accidents when riding.
SINGAPORE: The Land Transport Authority has revealed that the number of potholes in Singapore roads has increased by 30 per cent compared with the same period last year, and has stepped up repair efforts.
People have also uploaded videos on social media to remind road users that there are several potholes in Pandan Road. Choa Chu Kang Road and Kranji Road also had potholes of different sizes. Another delivery rider added: “Potholes in the Bukit Batok, Jurong West, and Jurong East have also started to increase recently. Once I hit this hole and my motorcycle died, and I had to send it to be repaired.”
The higher number of potholes has been attributed to the inclement weather that has drenched Singapore since the beginning of the year. The authorities have said that there are cracks in the ground from normal wear and tear that become potholes when water seep into them. The potholes widen as vehicles pass by, exacerbated by prolonged periods of heavy rainfall.
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