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Wed, 23 Sept, 2026Updated 04:41 am IST
Infrastructure

Chicago Bridge Stuck

Crews scramble to cool it down with water after heat malfunction

Chicago Bridge Stuck
Photo: User:JeremyA / wikimedia (BY-SA)

A popular downtown Chicago bridge has become stuck in the up position, prompting crews to take action to resolve the issue. The bridge is stuck due to heat, which has caused the mechanical components to malfunction.

Crews have attempted to cool the bridge down by spraying it with water, in an effort to reduce the temperature and get the bridge functioning again.

## Why it matters The stuck bridge is likely to cause disruptions to traffic and pedestrians in the downtown area, highlighting the importance of maintaining and upgrading infrastructure to withstand extreme weather conditions.

The use of water to cool down the bridge is a temporary solution, and it is unclear how long it will take to fully repair the bridge. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for regular maintenance and inspection of critical infrastructure to prevent such disruptions.

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