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Fact Check: Did Europe's Heat Wave Melt Traffic Lights?

This article investigates whether Europe's recent heat wave caused traffic lights to melt. It examines claims circulating online that extreme temperatures led to infrastructure failures, specifically focusing on traffic light systems. The piece explores technical aspects of how heat affects electronic equipment and reviews reports from various European countries. It consults experts in climate science and urban infrastructure to assess the validity of these claims. The conclusion addresses whether there is any credible evidence supporting the idea that traffic lights melted due to the heat wave.

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Fact Check: Did Europe's Heat Wave Melt Traffic Lights?

This article investigates whether Europe's recent heat wave caused traffic lights to melt. It examines claims circulating online that extreme temperatures led to infrastructure failures, specifically focusing on traffic light systems. The piece explores technical aspects of how heat affects electronic equipment and reviews reports from various European countries. It consults experts in climate science and urban infrastructure to assess the validity of these claims. The conclusion addresses whether there is any credible evidence supporting the idea that traffic lights melted due to the heat wave.

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