| Source | WBEZ |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Sept. 4, 2026, 11:01 a.m. |
| Last Updated | Sept. 4, 2026, 11:01 a.m. |
| Original URL | https://www.wbez.org/transportation/2026/09/04/why-chicago-bridges-get-stuck-heat |
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On Wednesday, two Chicago bridges [ _got stuck_ ][1] in a raised position due to
[ _severe heat_ ][2] . The stuck bridges caused hours of disruptions and traffic
jams.
The **DuSable Lake Shore Drive** bridge was stuck for more than four hours after
a routine lift around 10 a.m. to let a yacht pass....