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New Earthquake Videos From Inside Washington Monument

New Video Footage Shows Earthquake From Inside Washington Monument
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Editor, HuffPost DC

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WASHINGTON -- After declaring the Washington Monument structurally sound on Monday afternoon, the National Park Service released video footage from inside the monument during the 5.8-magnitude earthquake that struck the region Aug. 23.

In one of the three grainy security camera videos, large pieces of debris can be seen falling as visitors rush down a narrow staircase. The monument is currently closed as it undergoes repairs. The obelisk will also require winterization to prevent further damage as colder weather approaches.

There's no timetable for reopening the popular tourist landmark at this time.

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A helicopter flies close to the Washington Monument to survey its exterior for damage after a 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck the East Coast on Aug. 23. Photo by Getty Images. (credit:Getty Images)
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The west face of the Washington Monument on Aug. 24 shows a crack that the National Park Service reports was caused by the quake. The Washington Monument has been closed indefinitely after damage inspections revealed cracks in the structure. Photo by Getty Images. (credit:Getty Images)
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An Aug. 25 photo shows a close-up of a crack on the top west face of the Washington Monument. Photo by Getty Images. (credit:Getty Images)
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A sign announcing the closure of the Washington Monument is seen on a ticket booth at the monument Aug. 25, two days after an earthquake struck the region. Photo by Getty Images. (credit:Getty Images)
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A U.S. Park Police officer helps engineers enter the Washington Monument on Aug. 24. Photo by Getty Images. (credit:Getty Images)
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