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Japan experienced its hottest July on record with an average temperature 2.89°C above the 1991-2020 average, including a record high of 41.2°C in Hyogo, and is facing continued severe heat and early end to the rainy season, with climate change impacting local flora like cherry blossoms.
Crowds gathered in Tokyo to enjoy the delayed full bloom of cherry blossoms, a beloved tradition in Japan, with tourists expressing awe at the scale of the spectacle. Visitors, including those from Canada and the United States, were relieved to catch the blossoms before leaving, as the delayed bloom had caused concern. The cherry blossoms, known as "sakura," are a significant part of Japanese culture, often celebrated with picnics and sake drinking beneath the falling petals.
Six people are presumed dead after a cargo ship crashed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, disrupting a major East Coast transit route and shutting down a large section of the Baltimore port. NBC has dropped former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel as a contributor, sparking questions about her loyalties. A new trend of de-influencing on social media encourages people to buy less and use what they already have. Washington, D.C.'s cherry blossoms draw visitors to honor a beloved tree named "Stumpy," which will be cut down as part of a project to rebuild and raise sea walls.
Washington, D.C. celebrates the peak bloom of cherry blossom trees at the Tidal Basin, including a farewell to the iconic "Stumpy" tree, which will be cut down later this spring as part of a seawall reconstruction project. Visitors gathered to admire the blossoms and bid farewell to Stumpy, a symbol of resilience, while photographers captured the poignant moments.
Stumpy, an iconic cherry tree in Washington, will blossom for the last time this year as part of a restoration project that will see over 100 cherry trees cut down due to the deteriorating seawall around the Tidal Basin. The $133 million project aims to rebuild and reinforce the seawall to protect the cherry trees from regular flooding caused by rising sea levels. The National Cherry Blossom Festival, a popular tourist attraction, is expected to draw 1.5 million visitors this year. Climate change has also impacted the cherry trees, causing peak bloom to occur earlier in the calendar.
More than 100 iconic cherry blossom trees, including the social media phenom 'Stumpy', are being cut down in Washington, DC as part of a multiyear restoration project to replace the deteriorating seawall around the Tidal Basin. The $133 million project aims to protect the cherry trees from regular flooding caused by rising sea levels. Despite the loss of these trees, plans include planting 277 replacements and using the removed trees for mulch. Climate change has also impacted the cherry trees, causing peak bloom to occur earlier in the calendar.
Washington DC plans to remove over 100 cherry trees, including the famous Stumpy, due to the deteriorating seawall around the Tidal Basin, exacerbated by the climate crisis. The $133m project aims to rebuild the seawall to protect the cherry trees from regular flooding caused by rising sea levels. Despite the loss of these iconic trees, efforts are being made to preserve Stumpy's genetic material and create clones for future replanting, while the National Cherry Blossom Festival expects a record 1.5 million visitors this year.
Washington's cherry blossoms reached peak bloom, attracting thousands of visitors and resulting in stunning photographs shared by Capital Weather Gang readers. Despite potential petal-stripping winds, the cool weather pattern should keep the blossoms in full bloom into the weekend as the National Cherry Blossom Festival begins, although a Saturday rainstorm may signal the end of this year's bloom. Additionally, the celebrated cherry tree nicknamed Stumpy has become a highlight of the 2024 bloom, earning the title of "most photographed" and "best in show."
More than 150 cherry trees around Washington, D.C.'s Tidal Basin will be cut down due to daily flooding caused by sinking land and rising water levels. The $113 million seawall project aims to rebuild and raise the seawalls to combat the effects of climate change and protect the area from future sea level rise. The project will also involve planting 274 new cherry trees after its completion in 2027, including removing the famous "Stumpy" tree, which has become a symbol of perseverance and courage.
Washington, D.C.'s cherry blossoms have reached near-record early bloom, matching the second-earliest peak bloom in over a century due to a warm winter. The National Park Service announced the peak bloom, attracting over 1.5 million visitors to the Tidal Basin. The blossoms usually appear at the end of March, but this year's warm winter caused them to bloom about a week early.
Jenny Blakemore, a cherry blossom super fan, has never missed the peak bloom in Washington, DC, where the cherry trees hold special significance in her love story with her husband. The couple and their three daughters continue the tradition of visiting the blooming trees each spring, and this year marks 11 years since their proposal and 10 years since their cherry blossom-themed wedding. The National Park Service forecasts the peak bloom between March 23 and 26, kicking off the National Cherry Blossom Festival, and Blakemore's love for the cherry blossoms has been passed down to her daughters, who also share her passion for the annual spectacle.
Washington's cherry blossoms reached their second-earliest peak bloom in over a century due to exceptionally warm March weather, reflecting the impact of climate change. The early bloom, about two weeks ahead of schedule, is part of a trend where peak blooms have been occurring earlier in recent years. The warm temperatures have drawn crowds to the Tidal Basin, with thousands flocking to see the blossoms. The mild weather has also led to a favorable forecast, potentially extending the bloom period, although gusty winds could dislodge petals. The early peak bloom is a sign of the influence of human-caused climate change on the beloved cherry trees.
The cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin in Washington are one stage away from peak bloom, likely to occur between Monday and Wednesday, making it the third earliest on record. Unseasonably warm weather has accelerated the bloom process, with temperatures running 8.5 degrees above normal in March. The likelihood of an early bloom aligns with recent trends driven by climate change, with the average peak advancing about six days over the past century.
The National Park Service has announced that the iconic cherry blossoms around the Tidal Basin and National Mall in Washington, D.C. are expected to reach "peak bloom" between March 23 and March 26, about two weeks ahead of the average peak bloom date. This year's prediction was challenging due to record-warm January temperatures and fluctuating weather conditions. The blooming of the cherry trees marks the start of the monthlong National Cherry Blossom Festival, which is expected to draw over 1.5 million visitors to the city and includes various events and performances.
Stumpy, a small cherry tree located on the south bank of the Tidal Basin in Washington, has stolen the hearts of thousands with its resilience and beauty. Despite being flooded with brackish water from the Potomac River, Stumpy bursts with blossoms each spring. Its popularity has grown each year, and it attracts crowds during peak bloom. However, the future of Stumpy and other cherry trees on the Tidal Basin is bleak due to rising water levels and sinking banks caused by climate change. The Trust for the National Mall invites the public to financially support the trees through its Adopt a Cherry Tree program.