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More cracks found on Washington Monument following earthquake

More cracks found on Washington Monument following earthquake





The National Park Service has found more cracks on the Washington Monument following the 5.6-magnitude earthquake that shook Washington D.C. Tuesday. In a full inspection of the famous landmark, inspectors found a four foot crack on the exterior near the top of the monument.

According to park service spokeswoman Carol Johnson, crews found 3-4 “significant” cracks on the structure. The monument is currently closed to visitors indefinitely.

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