Kokshetau's Scorching Summer: Traffic Light Meltdown Goes Viral

Kokshetau Heat Melts Traffic Light: A Meltdown of a Different Kind In the city of Kokshetau, Kazakhstan, residents experienced more than just a heatwave recently. Unusually high temperatures caused a traffic light casing to melt, creating an unusual and somewhat humorous situation. The incident, captured on video, has gone viral on social media. "It looked like the traffic light was crying," commented one resident, referring to the melted plastic. The video shows clear evidence of the damage, with the plastic casing visibly deformed and drooping. Another resident added, "This is Kokshetau for you—even the traffic lights can't handle the heat!" The incident highlights the extreme temperatures experienced in Kokshetau and serves as a reminder of the impact of heat on infrastructure. While the situation is unusual, it also provides a lighthearted moment in the face of extreme weather. The city's residents have found humor in the situation, transforming the event into a viral social media sensation.