Climate Change Causing Bridges to Deteriorate Like Tinker Toys

Doug McIntyre reports that climate change is accelerating the deterioration of bridges across the U.S. An expert likened this to Tinker Toys, suggesting that just as these toys fall apart easily, so do bridges under the stress of extreme weather. Rising temperatures can warp steel, while increased rainfall and flooding damage concrete and cause structural failures. With approximately 20% of the nation’s 244,000 bridges in poor condition, climate change is worsening the situation, leading to more frequent and severe bridge failures. This poses risks to public safety and causes significant transportation disruptions.