Last winter/spring was one of the wettest that California has ever seen, and was declared a drought-buster by several accounts. Now, about a half year later, we have seen the most devastating fires to ever hit that state. What happened to all that water? Did the drought really go away?
Intense, out-of-control fires have occurred in places that you would not normally expect these to take place. Oregon, Montana, western Canada, and now Portugal have all been in the news for their fires this year. A reasonable person would have to look at this situation and wonder if there is something we can do for long-term fire prevention. The White House says global warming and climate change is a hoax. More FAKE NEWS!
My photo is from several years ago, and is one of my favorites from a springtime trip in what used to be a normal weather year. I know fires have threatened Yosemite National Park in recent years, and I can’t help but wonder if the next one is the one that leaves the park in ashes.
This is my contribution to Leanne Cole’s Monochrome Madness this week. To see what other photographers have contributed, or instructions to join in, please visit her website.
October 21, 2017 at 12:34 pm
Such a beautiful photo! Excellent work. Don’t get me going on that GW nonsense… BTW, my old site was McLawson.com – it went away.
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October 21, 2017 at 12:38 pm
Thank you, John! Yes, GW is a sore spot for many. I’m glad we were spared from fires this summer. Checking on your new site now. 🙂
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October 22, 2017 at 8:09 am
Great! I love how the river stands out so nicely and leads us all the way back to the waterfall!
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October 22, 2017 at 1:19 pm
Thank you, Denise! I was fortunate to come across those elements working so well together.
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October 22, 2017 at 7:19 pm
Magnificent vista – wow!
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October 22, 2017 at 9:48 pm
Thank you very much, Eliza! It’s easy to see why Yosemite was set aside as a National Park.
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