How often do you crash into potholes and hope that your car is still fine ?
We encounter them daily—the potholes, the fissures, the declining condition of Lebanon’s streets. It’s a common grievance. However, is the weight of this crisis distributed fairly throughout the nation? The anecdotal evidence indicates it’s poor everywhere, but the data uncovers a more concerning and systemic narrative of inequality
Problem Highlight
- We hear about bad roads and potholes everywhere in Lebanon
- One big problem is the condition of the roads that is immensely different in districts compared to others .
- Is the crisis the same everywhere? The data was showing the truth
The more to the right a point is, the poorer the road conditions.
The figure linked to the point precisely measures “how severe” the circumstances are
The most startling realization is not only that some points are on the right, but also how far apart they are.
The chart’s arrows draw attention to the stark contrast between the areas with the best and worst maintenance. The disparity in infrastructure upkeep and care that exists in the real world is directly reflected in this physical distance on the chart. We may infer a history of unequal budget allocation and focus from the data, which shows an uneven distribution of the problem.
Clearly , Akkar is the center of this issue
Its data points are pushed as far to the right as possible, indicating that this area is most affected by the collapse of the infrastructure.
Why This Matters: The Human Impact
How does it affect citizens’ daily life ?
More traffic jams
More accidents
Increased danger in general
More floods
Inaccessible areas
Car damage
This goes beyond uncomfortable car journeys. The deterioration of road infrastructure leads to significant human and economic impacts:
- Economic Expense: Increased traffic congestion and notable vehicle damage raise the expenses of living and business.
- Public Safety: Bad roads result in a higher number of accidents and greater risk for every individual.
- Social Isolation: Remote regions may become disconnected from necessary services, job opportunities, and social networks
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