Find local news in Kent

Home   Malling   News   Article

Dangerous hole shuts The Rocks Road, East Malling

17:55, 03 March 2017

The Rocks Road in East Malling is reportedly closed for the night because of a large and growing hole in the carriageway.

KCC already had three potholes in the road on its list awaiting repair, but a fourth has opened up today.

Chloe Woodhams said: "It appeared around 4pm.

The new hole - as it first appeared at 4pm. Photo by Chloe Woodhams
The new hole - as it first appeared at 4pm. Photo by Chloe Woodhams

She said: "It's in the middle of The Rocks Road.

"There's already a lot of potholes in that road as its quite an old road, but the part where this one is fairly new tarmac.

Residents say the pothole is getting deeper by the hour. Picture: Chloe Woodhams
Residents say the pothole is getting deeper by the hour. Picture: Chloe Woodhams

"The hole's continuing to get bigger, so it was quite dangerous."

KCC says its policy is to repair all potholes that pose a safety hazard within seven days - or within two hours if dangerous.

This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies - Learn More