Potholes trap Palermo citizens in crumbling city

Last Updated: March 19, 2024

Città colabrodo, palermitani prigionieri delle buche

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The article discusses the deteriorating state of the roads and sidewalks in a city, causing issues for cyclists, pedestrians, and drivers. The lack of maintenance has led to accidents, injuries, and lawsuits against the city. Despite some efforts to address the problem, the repairs are seen as insufficient. The city has spent money on patching up potholes, with plans to use a new method using hot asphalt. The article also mentions upcoming road repairs and the challenges faced due to limited resources. The city hopes to make significant improvements in the coming months, but acknowledges that after 20 years of neglect, the current situation is the result.