Philadelphia is currently experiencing a significant increase in pothole formation, largely due to the frequent freeze-thaw cycles that characterize the late winter and early spring seasons. These cycles cause water to seep into cracks in the road, which then expands when frozen, leading to significant road damage and the creation of potholes. The Philadelphia Department of Streets has been actively addressing this issue, having already repaired approximately 26,000 potholes this year. However, the continuous nature of the weather-related damage makes maintaining the roads a persistent challenge.