Infrastructure collapses without maintenance from "summary" of The World Without Us by Alan Weisman
Without constant human attention, the infrastructure that enables our daily lives to function smoothly would quickly fall into disrepair. Roads, bridges, and tunnels would crumble under the relentless forces of nature. Sewer systems would become clogged and contaminated, causing widespread health crises. Power grids would fail, plunging entire cities into darkness. Without maintenance, these essential structures would deteriorate rapidly, unable to withstand the elements that they were designed to withstand. The consequences of neglecting infrastructure maintenance would be far-reaching and catastrophic. Transportation networks would grind to a halt, isolating communities and disrupting trade and commerce. Water supplies would become contaminated, leading to widespread illness and death. Communication systems would fail, leaving people cut off from vital information and emergency services. Without the constant vigilance of human hands, the systems that support our modern way of life would quickly u...
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