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As climate change damages streets and highways, the road ahead may be expensive
By Scott Neuman at Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· July 7, 2026
· 1 min read
Heat waves are becoming more common and intense as a result of climate change — and roads are suffering as a result. Are the nation's roads up to meeting the challenge of a warmer, wetter future?
Key takeaway Are the nation's roads up to meeting the challenge of a warmer, wetter future?
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Heat waves are becoming more common and intense as a result of climate change — and roads are suffering as a result. Are the nation's roads up to meeting the challenge of a warmer, wetter future?
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