IDOT Warns Extreme Temperatures Could Cause Pavement Failures, Road Buckling

Heat can cause road buckling, prompts warnings for Illinois drivers

Prolonged heat in Illinois can cause roads to buckle, prompting officials to warn drivers and urge caution on highways.

IDOT warns motorists of potential pavement blowouts due to extreme weather - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

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Illinois Department of Transportation warns of road failures amid heat wave. What to know

The Illinois Department of Transportation is warning residents about road failures amid the ongoing heat wave. Find out more.

Extreme temperatures could cause pavement failures, department prepared for road buckling

Remain alert, anticipate slowdowns and temporary work zones With extremely high temperatures and increasing humidity in the forecast, the Illinois Department of Transportation is cautioning the public to be on the lookout for pavement failures on roads throughout the state. Pavement failures or blowouts occur when prolonged high temperatures cause the road to expand and […]

IDOT warning drivers of possible road buckling

IDOT warns drivers of buckling roads in extreme heat