It's pothole season.
Thursday is usually my errand day-- the day where I do those little annoyances that we call life. Bank, post office, drug store, supermarket, a take out lunch. This past Thursday was extra special. There was a light rain falling and it was the warmest day that we've had in a while.
That meant it was time for the potholes to open. You know the drill. The freeze and thaw cycle cracks and pavement. Water gets in to break it up. The water freezes and expands. Potholes expand and multiply.
I fear this season will be especially fierce because we've had several mornings of single digit and below zero cold. I've noticed more pavement cracks and bridge joints have "heaved."
Temporary patches are just that-- temporary. There won't be a better fix until the asphalt plants open, and that is still several weeks away.
In the meantime, go slow, and make sure the number of a tire store is in your speed dial.
