Motorists demand action over ‘deathtrap’ potholes that ‘could catapult motorcyclists’

Motorists are demanding action over the state of two “deathtrap” potholes in Hull. The potholes, described as “impossible to foresee until you’re right upon them”, are located on the westbound carriageway of the Hedon Road flyover near Mount Pleasant. Locals fear motorcyclists could be thrown from their bikes and also raised concerns about damage to vehicles. This is not the first time that concerns have been raised over the potholes on Hedon Road, with similar fears expressed in January. National Highways have confirmed that a permanent repair for the potholes will be carried out tonight (Thursday, March 16). Read more: Bus diversions in Hull this weekend for The Awakening Speaking to Hull Live, a concerned motorcyclist said: “Today, while passing westbound over the Mount Pleasant flyover, I encountered these potholes. The first is so incredibly large and deep that it would have easily swallowed my small motorbike wheel right down to the forks, had I hit it, catapulting me over the handlebars. “Immediately preceding that was another pothole that was bad enough, but I was gobsmacked to be faced with something so deep on such a busy, fast-moving road. Dashcam footage of one of the potholes “According to the National Highways website, the pothole was reported around 4 days ago. Suffice to say, it has not been fixed, and must surely have got worse since. There is debris and grit strewn all over the lane around it, too. “Worst still, these holes are almost impossible to foresee until you’re right upon them, coming up on the crest of the flyover. I pity anyone who encounters these at night or when emerging quickly from traffic in front. Total deathtraps.” Other people have voiced their frustration with the re-emergence of potholes on Hedon Road. In the Hull Traffic & Travel Facebook group, Tracey said: “Hole appeared again on top of the flyover near Vicky Dock watch your wheels.” Becca commented, saying: “That pothole ruined my tyre and my alloy a year ago! I filed a claim and got nothing, cost me £150 to repair right before Christmas.” Mark was equally frustrated, adding: “That nearly got me a fe
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