Dead Duck Seen at Reflecting Pool in Viral Image, Cause Unclear
Summary
A dead duck was found floating in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool shortly after the pool underwent a $14 million renovation. The cause of the duck’s death is unknown, but concerns have grown about the water quality and the use of chemical treatments to control algae growth in the pool.Key Facts
- The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool recently had a $14 million renovation, including a new blue paint for the basin.
- Soon after the renovation, the pool’s water turned green due to algae blooms, and the paint began peeling.
- To control the algae, workers used chemicals like hydrogen peroxide.
- A photo of a dead duck in the pool went viral, raising questions about water safety and wildlife impact.
- No clear cause of death for the duck has been confirmed, and experts say high chemical levels could harm wildlife.
- President Donald Trump claimed the damage to the pool was due to vandalism and said several people have been arrested.
- Police reports and federal citations have been filed related to alleged vandalism at the pool.
- The National Park Service and White House were contacted for comments but had not provided detailed explanations at the time.
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