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Tourists' Trash Trend Sparks Cleanup on Brooklyn Bridge

2/20/2026

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Tourists are tying trash to the Brooklyn Bridge, creating a growing litter problem with tissues and hair ties on the fence.
Local resident Ellen Baum leads cleanup efforts.
Baum argues that the Brooklyn Bridge itself is art, not the trash left by visitors.
Some tourists view the trend as fun, despite a history of tourist issues like love locks.
The Department of Transportation conducts routine cleanings.

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Story summary

Tourists are tying trash to the Brooklyn Bridge, creating a growing litter problem with tissues and hair ties on the fence.
Local resident Ellen Baum leads cleanup efforts.
Baum argues that the Brooklyn Bridge itself is art, not the trash left by visitors.
Some tourists view the trend as fun, despite a history of tourist issues like love locks.
The Department of Transportation conducts routine cleanings.