That's according to a local councillor.
A new machine to repair the potholes is being rolled out in Offaly.
The local authority has purchased a third Velocity Patcher, one is currently being used in Birr and Tullamore and the Edenderry areas have been sharing one.
It comes as residents in Rhode have been voicing their frustration with the potholes that they have branded "craters".
Fine Gael Councillor Neil Feighery says the weather has affected the roads:
Midlands Just Transition Projects Showcased At Panel Discussion
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Carlow Restaurant Served With Closure Orders
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Man Arrested Following Assault In Ballinasloe
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€2m Investment For Offaly Based Ticketing Service
The company already has a presence in many countries around the world.
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iNua Hotel Collection Celebrates Midlands Hotel Managers
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You Have The Chance To Buy Paul Mescal's Gladiator II Costume
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Anti-Racism Group Speak Out About Westmeath Anti-Immigration Protest
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Offaly Chef Left "Home Alone" To Create Gingerbread Masterpiece
She spent over 40 hours on the piece!
Selection Convention To Be Held In For Laois Council Seat
The first will cover Portlaoise, with another scheduled for Sunday.
Two Midlands Volunteers Win National Awards
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45% of People Who Suffer A Heart Attack Don't Call For Help In The Hour
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SIPO Investigation Report Finds Robert Troy "Contravened" Ethics Act
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