The National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., still requires $18 million more in funds to repair the damage it suffered from an earthquake that hit the region last August, bringing the total cost estimate for all restoration work to more than $20 million.
The cathedral announced that in the first six months following the earthquake, a total of $2 million was raised to carry out the first phase of the restoration. It had originally estimated that $15 million would be needed for the complete repair work.
Continue Reading?The repair work, which includes intricate stone carving and detailed masonry, and will require significant scaffolding and large cranes to access the damaged areas, could be completed in five years if sufficient funds are raised immediately,? the cathedral said in a statement.
The national landmark sustained some serious damages from the 5.8 magnitude quake centered in Mineral, Va., last summer. The four main pinnacles on the central tower were damaged and since removed, while cracks still remain in the cathedral?s flying buttresses.
?We have a very long way to go, but this humbling generosity has allowed us to stabilize our building and return to our mission of serving as the spiritual home of the nation,? the Rev. Francis Wade, the cathedral?s interim dean, said of donations made so far. ?As we look toward preserving this national treasure, we are reminded how truly national this Cathedral is through the support and prayers of people from across the country and around the world.?
The Washington Monument also suffered cracks in its structure from the quake, making it vulnerable to rain and water damage. It remains closed for repair work.
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