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Waymo Suspends Service in 4 Cities Amid Flooding

Waymo acknowledged that its technology had not yet developed a comprehensive solution to prevent robotaxis from unintentionally entering flooded areas. Last week, the company issued a software update aimed at placing restrictions in locations deemed “high-risk” for flooded roads, as noted in documents from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Despite these precautions, the ...