A content creator went viral by reporting that her grandmother’s Buick tire supposedly exploded due to intense heat in Ohio, United States.
According to her, the temperature reached about 34 °C, with an even higher heat index, and the pressure generated inside the tire caused the explosion. The images show significant damage to the vehicle, with the hood and fender partially destroyed.
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Experts explain that extreme heat can indeed increase tire pressure, raising the risk of explosions, especially if the tires are poorly inflated or worn.
Although this type of incident is rare, it can have serious consequences: in 2017 alone, over 700 deaths were attributed to tire blowouts in the United States.
Despite the claim, many internet users suggested that the cause of the explosion might have been over-inflation. Comments highlighted that the correct pressure to follow is the one indicated on the vehicle’s door, not on the tire itself.
This case serves as a warning for drivers to keep their tires properly maintained, especially during periods of intense heat.
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