It's been a rough winter on the roads.  Potholes are opening every day and Danbury's Public Works Department is following them with a temporary fix of Cold Patch.  Asphalt plants open next month, and in the mean time Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton is asking resident to report potholes to the City’s 311 Information Line.

Boughton says crews try to get to all of the complaints on the same day they are reported.  The potholes are prioritized on the busiest roads and then crews continue down the list.  Boughton says drivers can also help by being extra cautious. 

Motorists are being cautioned that when driving over a puddle of water, it might be a particularly deep pothole in hiding.  If you can’t avoid a pothole, slow down before you hit it. But don’t brake directly over a pothole, which can actually cause more damage.  Leave plenty of room in front of your vehicle so you can avoid potholes without getting into an accident.

Residents can click on the CityLine 311 icon on the City's website or by calling 203-744-4311.