Residents in various cities across the United States are taking action against the persistent problem of potholes. In Compton, California, a couple has taken it upon themselves to fix potholes to aid their fellow residents, motivated by a desire to help despite limited financial resources, with a philosophy of tackling the issue "One pothole at a time." This grassroots effort highlights a broader problem faced by drivers nationwide, including those in Las Vegas, Tucson, and Chicago, where potholes are causing frustration and financial strain due to vehicle damages. News reports have focused on the extent of the problem, with Chicago's Department of Transportation noting a significant increase in the number of potholes filled this year, with more than 143,000 potholes addressed, an increase of more than 30,000 over the same period last year. The situation has sparked a mix of community action and calls for more effective solutions from local governments.
Couple fills potholes in Compton to help drivers. https://t.co/CbnKNSDn3Z Click the image to read more:
N4T Investigators: Tucson drivers frustrated over potholes and the lack of coverage after damages. https://t.co/leliGUHm6R
The Chicago Department of Transportation announced Thursday that crews have filled more than 143,000 potholes so far this year, an increase of more than 30,000 over the same period last year. https://t.co/h0CB7KnnUj
Chicago crews able to fill more potholes due to warmer weather https://t.co/JF1KETLups https://t.co/OQC92r07Ka
Couple tired of hitting potholes in Compton is now filling them https://t.co/eTKZO8zZVn https://t.co/HJaddRUFjQ
Many Las Vegas drivers said they're fed up over potholes across the valley. Our @ketchamtv takes a closer look at what's being done to fix the issue. https://t.co/pOP4DZQs2N
Feeling the frustration of hitting potholes? You're not alone. Chief Investigator Chorus Nylander delves into the frustration of shelling out thousands in repairs post-pothole encounter. Tune into our News 4 Tucson Investigators on Thursday at 10 p.m. https://t.co/6GkssWazW3
This Compton couple was fed up with all the potholes in their city. So they decided to take matters into their own hands by fixing them to help their fellow residents. 🚗🕳️🚧 "I'm like, 'But we don't have that much money.' He's like 'It doesn't matter. One pothole at a time.'"… https://t.co/vReXZWEMkC
Is this one of the worst roads for potholes in Surrey? Our reporter has been to South Hill in Guildford to see how motorists are navigating the potholes. https://t.co/oBgE9Bug8L
The state of California. Compton residents are fixing potholes because the elected government won't do it. https://t.co/4K73ufGdqn