SHREVEPORT, La. — The KTBS 3 Pothole Patrol is taking a bit of a turn this Monday with a livestream from the intersection of Line Avenue and Monrovia Street to focus on the severe safety hazards damaged roadways create for local motorcycle riders.
While a pothole might mean an uncomfortable bump or a flat tire for a passenger vehicle, hitting the same road defect on two wheels can lead to loss of control, severe crashes, or fatal injuries. Riders along the Line Avenue corridor in Shreveport face heightened risks due to deep asphalt cracks and uneven pavement along frequent travel routes.
Local riders stress that swerving to avoid sudden road hazards can also put motorcyclists into oncoming traffic or the path of neighboring vehicles, making prompt street repairs critical for rider safety…