Reflecting Pool to be drained after algae and paint issues appear

The Reflecting Pool in Washington DC is set to be drained after bright green algae and peeling paint appeared weeks after a multi-million dollar renovation. The structure received a permit to drain from the DC Water authority on Monday. The repair company stated it will fix the pool as part of its warranty.

Recent incidents and responses Five people have been arrested for vandalism connected to the pool and five others received federal citations, according to the US Park Police. Officials poured hydrogen peroxide into the water in recent days to address algae. Sections of the deep blue paint added during the renovation have begun peeling and floating to the surface.

Background on the site The 2,030-foot pool between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument was last drained in April for renovation work and refilled earlier this month. It has faced repeated problems with leaks, algae, and structural issues since its construction in the 1920s. A spokesperson for the attraction said the pool may need to be drained and refilled again this month.