As the rainy season draws near, Fresno City crews are bracing for a significant increase in potholes, which have become a pressing concern for residents. The city’s Public Works Director, Scott D. Mendez, stated, “The rainy season traditionally leads to an uptick in potholes due to water infiltration causing damage to our roadways. We anticipate a challenging season ahead as previous years have shown a marked increase in roadway damage during this time.”
To address the issue, the city has allocated additional resources towards pothole repairs. Last year, Fresno spent over $1 million on road maintenance, and officials are urging residents to report potholes as soon as they appear.
This year’s rainy season is not only a concern for Fresno. In Liberia, experts have noted that this year’s rainy season has been the worst in memory, with calls for massive government investment in adaptation. According to local meteorologists, conditions could worsen, paralleling the experiences of other cities facing similar weather challenges.
