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Rips appear in Reflecting Pool's new sealant, chosen by Trump, after algae bloom turn water green
Summary by Southlake News Editorial Desk Joe Walsh , as published by CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW
· June 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The sealant is described as "American Flag Blue".
, the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is experiencing issues. A recent algae bloom has turned the water a fluorescent green color. The pool's problems have been compounded by damage to its new sealant.
Rips have appeared in the surface, which was chosen by President Trump. The sealant is described as "American Flag Blue". Further details about the Reflecting Pool's situation are available from CBS Texas.
The pool, which is over a century old, has a history of problems, but specific information about the current issues and any plans for repair are not provided here.
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Category: parks Published: June 20, 2026 Source: CBS Texas (KTVT) DFW Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In Washington D.C., the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is experiencing issues. A recent algae bloom has turned the water a fluorescent green color. The pool's problems have been compounded by…
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