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environment1 year ago

"2024 Super Bloom: Top Spots to Witness California's Wildflower Spectacle"

California is gearing up for a spectacular spring superbloom, with wildflowers beginning to bloom in low elevation deserts and expected to reach their peak in April. The wet winter has set the stage for a potentially brilliant display of vivid purples, yellows, greens, and whites in parks like Anza-Borrego Desert State Park and Chino Hills State Park. However, the wildflowers are sensitive to weather conditions, and heavy rain or extreme heat could pose challenges. Climate change also presents long-term threats to the delicate balance of these natural ecosystems, making conservation efforts crucial to preserving the beauty of the wildflowers for future generations.

via CNN|
#california#climate-change#conservation
earth-observation2 years ago

California's Blossoming Beauty Captured from Space by ESA

The Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission captured an image of Southern California, showing Los Angeles, San Bernardino, water bodies, national forests, and the Mojave Desert. The image also displays the recent superbloom event triggered by record-breaking winter precipitation, with vibrant orange and yellow colours of poppies and wildflowers in bloom visible throughout the area, including Antelope Valley and Walker Canyon.

via European Space Agency|
#california#copernicus-sentinel-2#earth-observation
environment2 years ago

"Stunning Wildflower 'Super Blooms' Blanket Western US After Winter Rains"

California is experiencing a superbloom after one of the wettest winters on record, with hillsides exploding with color and wildflowers visible from space. While the spectacle draws visitors, parks are urging people to stay on designated trails and take only photos, not flowers, to avoid damaging the delicate blooms. The superbloom is expected to last until early May and will be good to better-than-average depending on location, according to the California Department of Parks and Recreation.

via KABC-TV|
#california#environment#satellite-imagery
environment2 years ago

"US West experiences stunning Superbloom of wildflowers"

An unusually wet winter in the US West has led to a "Superbloom" of wildflowers across California and Arizona. The colorful flowers, which are no bigger than a few inches, are expected to bloom well into May. Experts say Superblooms often follow wet winters, and this year's is particularly widespread and spectacular. Visitors have been flocking to see the burst of orange and yellow flowers, but experts ask people to not trample the flowers and to be mindful of the environment.

via The Associated Press|
#arizona#california#drought
environment2 years ago

California's Superbloom: A Stunning Display of Vibrant Colors.

California's desert hills are experiencing a historic superbloom of wildflowers this spring due to the winter's heavy rainfall. The hills are covered in vibrant blossoming flowers, attracting tourists to capture the perfect spring moment. California's biologically diverse landscapes are home to more than 7,000 species of native plants, including the California poppy, the official state flower. The California Parks Department provides a daily updated list of where to witness these super blooms during the peak season.

via ABC News|
#california#environment#nature
environment2 years ago

"Satellite and Drone Images Capture California's Stunning Superbloom"

California's superbloom phenomenon, caused by more rain or cooler weather, is so big and bright this year that it can be seen from space. NASA's Landsat 9 satellite captured images of bright purple and green blooms in Carrizo Plain National Park. Several areas in the state are experiencing superblooms this year, with Chino Hills State Park getting a carpet of orange poppies. However, excessive tourism during the 2019 superbloom caused problems, including trampled flowers and a California highway patrol officer's death, leading officials to urge visitors to watch the 2023 bloom from a safe distance.

via CBS News|
#california#carrizo-plain-national-park#environment
environment2 years ago

"California's Superbloom: A Stunning View from Space"

Satellite photos from Maxar show the stunning California superbloom, with hillsides adorned with colorful flowers visible from space. However, conservationists are concerned about the impact of tourism on the fragile flowers. While celebrating the phenomenon, they urge visitors to be more strategic and thoughtful about where they go to avoid trampling and ruining the blooms.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#conservation#environment
environment2 years ago

"Experience the Spectacular Superbloom Across California and Arizona"

California is experiencing a rare "superbloom" of wildflowers due to a particularly wet past few months. Superblooms occur in a wet year that's come after several drier years, because wildflower seeds are waiting around in the ground for the right conditions to bloom. The California Department of Parks and Recreation expects this year's wildflower blooms to range from "good" to "better-than-average." Officials recommend those who venture into superbloom territory should check the forecast before they go, know their body's limits and respect the natural landscapes.

via NPR|
#california#environment#nature
environment2 years ago

California's Superblooms: A Dazzling Display of Wildflowers.

Northern California is on the verge of a superbloom, with wildflowers exploding in vibrant displays across the state. The California Department of Parks and Recreation is encouraging people to enjoy the kaleidoscopic show but reminding the public to stay on trails, not go onto private property, block roads or illegally park. Several places across the state are recommended to see the superbloom, including Mount Tamalpais State Park, China Camp State Park, Trione-Annadel State Park, and Sugarloaf Ridge State Park.

via KGO-TV|
#environment#northern-california#parks
travel2 years ago

"2023 Wildflower Season: Where to Find Spectacular Blooms Across the US"

The arrival of spring after an unusually wet winter brings with it a superbloom in California, with outdoor enthusiasts expecting an unprecedented abundance of flowers. The California Department of Parks and Recreation recommends seven sites in Southern California where visitors can see the blooms, which have already arrived and, in many cases, are projected to continue for about a month. However, some meccas for flower tourism, including Lake Elsinore with its golden poppies, were harmed enough by crowds in 2019 that visitors have been warned to stay away this year.

via Los Angeles Times|
#california#nature#parks