Mural Honoring George Floyd Collapses After Lightning Strike
Conflicting Accounts Emerge About Cause of Damage
Toledo, Ohio - A large mural honoring the memory of George Floyd collapsed in Toledo, Ohio on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. Initial reports attributed the collapse to a lightning strike, but conflicting accounts have since emerged.
Witnesses reported seeing a lightning strike near the mural, which was painted on the side of a brick building. However, authorities have yet to confirm the cause of the collapse. Some witnesses have suggested that strong winds may have contributed to the damage.
The mural, which depicted Floyd with the words "Black Lives Matter" written below, was created in the wake of Floyd's death in Minneapolis in May 2020. It had become a symbol of the Black Lives Matter movement and a reminder of the need for racial justice.
Authorities in Toledo are investigating the cause of the collapse and have expressed their intention to replace the mural. The city has also set up a GoFundMe page to raise funds for a new mural.
The collapse of the mural has sparked a renewed discussion about the importance of preserving public art that honors the memory of victims of racial injustice. It has also highlighted the need for better protections for public art from the elements.
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