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What Are Sinkholes and Why Do They Appear?

Friday, February 10th, 2017
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During heavy rainstorms, you’ve probably noticed that sinkholes form across Maryland, particularly in our roadways. Sometimes, floods will cause entire roads to collapse.

During heavy rainstorms, you’ve probably noticed that sinkholes form across Maryland, particularly in our roadways.  Sometimes, floods will cause entire roads to collapse.  Here is a video where you can see a road completely falling apart due to heavy rainfall.  Have you ever wondered what causes these catastrophes, and why sinkholes appear?  Since sinkholes are becoming a real problem, let’s take a look at why they happen in the first place.


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The Many Dangers of Potholes in the Roadway

Friday, November 4th, 2016
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Potholes are particularly annoying because they are simply road hazards, and pretty much unavoidable. It’s unlikely you’re a driver who hasn’t ever hit one.

You’re driving down the road, and suddenly, you hit a pothole–the distinctive impact is usually a jarring dip and a loud, worrying noise.  Potholes are particularly annoying because they are simply road hazards, and pretty much unavoidable.  It’s unlikely you’re a driver who hasn’t ever hit one.  But potholes are more than an inconvenience; they can also cause serious issues, both with your car and your safety.  To learn more about the dangers of potholes, read on.

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