Abstract: Traffic congestion in semiurban areas presents unique challenges due to limited road capacity, growing vehicle volumes, school zone peak demand, and environmental disruptions such as flooding. Traditional fixed-time traffic control systems often fail to adapt to dynamic traffic conditions, leading to prolonged delays, safety risks, and reduced mobility efficiency. … [Read more...] about Rethinking traffic congestion in semiurban areas: Artificial intelligence and Internet of Things solutions for school zones and floods