RAC Warns UK Motorists to Expect More Potholes After Record Summer Heat
The motoring organisation says extreme heat, not just cold and wet weather, is weakening road surfaces and increasing the risk of cracks and potholes.
Motorists in the UK should expect a rise in the number of potholes following the country's hottest summer on record, according to the RAC.
Potholes are commonly associated with cold or wet weather, but the RAC said long periods of extreme heat can also cause lasting damage to road surfaces.
The organisation said extreme weather has made road surfaces more brittle and more likely to crack, adding further strain to the UK's already ageing infrastructure.
The warning comes as the UK's roads continue to face scrutiny over their condition, with the RAC saying the recent heatwaves are expected to compound existing problems.
The Guardian reported that the RAC's comments follow the record-breaking summer temperatures experienced across the UK this year.
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- Expect even more potholes on UK roads after summer heatwaves, says RAC — The Guardian — World
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