Wax Lincoln Statue Melts in Record D.C. Heat

Historic heatwave causes significant damage to 3,000-pound wax sculpture outside elementary school.

The statue, part of an exhibit by CulturalDC, began melting as temperatures reached triple digits.
Lincoln's head was removed to prevent it from falling and breaking.
The sculpture was designed to change over time but not expected to melt so rapidly.
Plans to remove the statue before the school year starts have been confirmed.
The melting has sparked conversations about climate change and public art.