Balloonfest '86, Balloon release in Cleveland
Balloonfest '86 was a charity event that aimed to set a world record.
Almost 1.5 million balloons were released on September 27, 1986, during Balloonfest.
The event showcased the communal spirit of Clevelands's inhabitants.
The spectacle caused problems, interfering with traffic and water rescues.
The balloon release turned into an environmental disaster for Cleveland.
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