algae bloom
Coverage of algae bloom in the Nexus archive.
- Trump says drained Reflecting Pool will be ‘put back into service soon’
President Trump stated that the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool will reopen soon after being drained for repairs. The White House recently completed renovations on the pool, which faced issues including no-bid contracts, an algae bloom, and peeling surfaces.
- Trump's administration won't seek new bids to repair the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool
The Trump administration will not seek new bids for repairing the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum affirming the same contractor will handle repairs. The project has faced controversy over alleged vandalism causing damage to the pool's liner, with authorities charging David Hearn, a former Olympian, for deliberately damaging the pool's sealant. The pool's repair issues include algae blooms and peeling coatings after recent renovations.
- Florida’s experience with toxic algae blooms can help clear up Reflecting Pool mess
Florida's St. Johns River is affected by toxic algae blooms due to excessive nutrients, similar to the issue in Washington's Reflecting Pool. The article suggests Florida's experience with algae blooms could inform solutions for the Reflecting Pool problem.
- It’s not easy being green: Trump’s botched reflecting pool becomes 2,028ft metaphor
Donald Trump's $14.7m renovation of the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool has resulted in a green algae bloom, turning it into a stinky, tourist-attracting metaphor. The pool's condition has drawn criticism and media attention as a symbol of the project's failure.
- Patrols and nanobubbles on display at the Reflecting Pool as Trump looks for a renovation do-over
President Donald Trump's administration faces issues with a botched $14 million-plus renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, which developed an algae bloom and damaged coating. Trump attributes the problems to vandalism, including fertilizer dumping and deliberate cuts, while contractors use chemicals and nanobubbles to address the algae. National Guard and U.S. Park Police patrols are now monitoring the site.
- Patrols and nanobubbles continue at the Reflecting Pool as Trump looks for a renovation do-over
National Guard and U.S. Park Police patrolled the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as Trump's administration faces a deadline to address a flawed renovation and algae bloom. The $14 million project, which included a new 'American flag blue' coating, resulted in peeling liner and green algae, prompting Trump to blame 'SICK, DERANGED PEOPLE' and claim intentional damage.
- Patrols and nanobubbles continue at the Reflecting Pool as Trump looks for a renovation do-over
National Guard and U.S. Park Police patrolled the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as Trump's administration faces issues with a botched renovation and algae bloom. Trump claims intentional damage caused the peeling coating, while contractors use chemicals and nanobubbles to address the problem.
- Patrols and nanobubbles continue at the Reflecting Pool as Trump looks for a renovation do-over
National Guard and Park Police patrol the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as Trump's administration addresses issues with a $14 million renovation project. Algae blooms and peeling coatings have emerged, prompting Trump to claim vandalism and promise repairs, while contractors use chemicals and nanobubbles to address the problem.
- Patrols and nanobubbles continue at the Reflecting Pool as Trump looks for a renovation do-over
National Guard and U.S. Park Police patrolled the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool as Trump's administration faces issues with a $14 million renovation project, including algae blooms and a peeling liner. Trump blamed 'SICK, DERANGED PEOPLE!' for intentional damage, while contractors used chemicals and nanobubbles to address the algae.
- Felony warning issued as arrests reported at Reflecting Pool
Federal officials have issued a felony warning against removing materials like paint chips or debris from the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool during an algae bloom cleanup. Visitors who take such items could face felony charges.
- Trump says Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool will ‘probably’ be drained for repairs
President Trump said the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool will probably be drained for repairs due to an algae bloom and peeling paint following a recent renovation. The decision involves releasing and draining much of the water to address these issues.
- Trump blames vandals for Reflecting Pool problems and says it may need to be drained again
Trump blames vandals for ongoing issues at the Reflecting Pool, including an algae bloom and peeling paint. The problems persist despite cleaning efforts, drawing attention from visitors to the pool and surrounding monuments.
- Trump news at a glance: US president claims ‘vandalism’ for Washington DC reflecting pool problems
President Donald Trump attributed issues at Washington DC's reflecting pool to 'vandalism' despite an algae bloom following a $14.2m renovation. Paint peeling in the water was observed, and an investigation revealed ICE agents disproportionately target individuals from Latin America.
- Trump tries to blame Reflecting Pool woes on vandalism, without offering substantiation
President Trump accused individuals of vandalizing the Reflecting Pool after its renovation, despite no evidence provided. The pool's blue-painted surface is peeling, and green algae has reappeared, contradicting Trump's claims of intentional sabotage. An arrest for paint peeling was reported, but it does not explain the broader damage.
- Trump acknowledges ‘real problems’ at reflecting pool after $14m makeover, blaming ‘vandalism’
Donald Trump acknowledged 'real problems' at Washington's reflecting pool following a $14.2m renovation, citing algae blooms, peeling paint, and 'vandalism' as causes. Despite his administration's prior claim that the pool was 'crystal clear', the site now shows visible issues.
- Opinion: Algae doesn't care about our party lines
President Trump's beautification project of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has been affected by a robust algae bloom, despite a $14 million investment and the application of 'American flag blue' coating.
- Peeled paint appears in Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool after algae bloom
Peeled paint has appeared in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool following an algae bloom. President Trump's multi-million dollar renovation of the site is described as not proceeding smoothly.
- Did the Reflecting Pool remodel cause the bright green algae bloom?
Donald Trump proposed painting the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool a darker blue to celebrate the U.S. 250th birthday, but it has recently turned bright green due to an algae bloom. The article questions whether the pool's remodeling caused the green algae bloom.
- Did the Reflecting Pool remodel cause the bright green algae bloom?
Donald Trump's vision was to paint the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool a darker shade of 'American flag blue' to celebrate the country's 250th birthday. However, the pool has recently turned a bright green color due to an algae bloom.