LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — The American flag at Hoover Dam has been removed for repairs after an unexpected tear, officials announced Tuesday.
The flag was removed at 3:30 p.m., due to a tear along a seam in a red and white stripe section, according to a post from The Hoover Dam. This is comes after the flag has been lowered at least twice as high winds swept through the valley.
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Officials said they do not have an estimate of when the repair will be completed. However, they say the nightly light show will continue as scheduled.
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