Providence to combat potholes

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - Driving through Rhode Island these days is similar to navigating a mine field of sorts. Pot holes everywhere you look. Now, Providence has launched a fleet of vehicles to patch up city roads.

Starting Wednesday, the city will have eight full-time crews filling potholes throughout the city.

The trucks are equipped with a new high performance patch material that, according to Mayor David Cicilline's office, is effective in repairing potholes, even in wet conditions.

"Of course, the most effective, long-term solution to improve road conditions is through our citywide repaving program," said Mayor Cicilline. "However, given the impact of severe weather on our roads, we will act quickly to improve safety and reduce the wear and tear on people's cars."

Anyone with concerns about specific potholes on city streets should contact the Office of Neighborhood Services at 421-2489 and the city will dispatch a crew to repair the pothole within two business days.