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flag Montreal’s pothole crisis, fueled by underfunding and harsh weather, spiked to nearly 3,800 complaints in January 2026, overwhelming repairs and highlighting systemic infrastructure neglect.

flag Montreal is experiencing a severe pothole crisis, with nearly 3,800 complaints in early January 2026—nearly five times more than last year—causing thousands in vehicle repair costs. flag Residents and experts blame years of underfunding and deferred maintenance, not just harsh winter weather. flag While researchers at École de technologie supérieure have developed advanced asphalt solutions and testing methods, implementation is stalled due to lack of funding and political will. flag Despite increased spending and repairs, officials acknowledge the city’s response remains reactive, with long-term infrastructure planning hindered by budget and staffing shortages. flag The crisis reflects broader deterioration across Quebec’s road network.

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