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The Washington Monument was damaged in the 5.8 earthquake that impacted D.C. August 23. Damage to the monument was greater than initially thought. Follow-up ins...

Federal News Network Staff

August 25, 2011 9:57 am

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**Cracks found in Washington Monument** The Washington Monument was damaged in the 5.8 earthquake that impacted D.C. August 23. Damage to the monument was greater than initially thought. Follow-up inspections found more cracks in the topmost pyramidion section. The monument remains closed to the public as the Park Service works with engineering firms to determine repair efforts. (Photo courtesy of the National Park Service.)

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