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Aerial photo shows green Reflecting Pool, damaged South Lawn, more
USA Today • • nation
Key Points:
- An aerial photo taken on June 16 shows ongoing renovations in Washington, DC, including the algae-covered Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and damage to the White House South Lawn after the UFC Freedom 250 fight.
- The Department of the Interior recently completed work on the Reflecting Pool, but it remains algae-green rather than the intended "American Flag Blue" color, prompting efforts to reduce algae using hydrogen peroxide.
- The White House announced that ScottsMiracle-Gro and the National Park Service will collaborate to restore the South Lawn grass, with ScottsMiracle-Gro committing $1 million to the project.
- A covering on the National Mall displaying the political message "8647" has led to an investigation by the U.S. Park Police, with further repairs being assessed.
- USA TODAY has reached out to the National Park Service for more details regarding the National Mall repairs and discoloration.
