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Fuel Line Cut on National Mall Ahead of America250 Celebration, Officials Say

Officials report vandalism caused diesel spills on the National Mall during event setup, with cleanup costs estimated at $1.1 million.

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Federal officials are investigating a fuel spill on the National Mall near construction for America250 celebrations, after they said a fuel line was cut.

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Fuel line cut on National Mall ahead of America250 celebration, officials say

Federal officials are investigating a fuel spill on the National Mall near construction for America250 celebrations, after they said a fuel line was cut.

·Washington, United States
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Diesel fuel spilled on National Mall during 250th event setup

The Trump administration blamed the two spills on vandalism, though the U.S. Park Police is still investigating the incidents.

·Seattle, United States
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The Seattle Times broke the news in Seattle, United States on Friday, May 29, 2026.
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