WASHINGTON DC, United States — A brown National Park Service sign warning "Caution Low Tree Limbs Ahead" stands among blooming cherry trees at the Tidal Basin in Washington DC. The official NPS sign is framed by the very cherry blossoms it cautions against, creating a unique juxtaposition of natural beauty and public safety measures during the National Cherry Blossom Festival.
Photograph by David Coleman. This image captures an intriguing interplay between nature's beauty and urban park management at Washington DC's famous Tidal Basin during cherry blossom season. In the foreground, a brown National Park Service sign with white text reading "Caution Low Tree Limbs Ahead" stands out against a backdrop of delicate pink and white cherry blossoms. The sign's color and design are consistent with standard NPS signage, reflecting the official nature of the warning and the need to balance public enjoyment with visitor safety in this popular area. The cherry trees surrounding the sign are Yoshino cherries (Prunus x yedoensis), their branches heavy with blooms and potentially hanging low over the walkway, hence necessitating the warning. These trees, gifts from Japan in 1912, create a stunning display that draws over million visitors annually to the Tidal Basin.
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Location: Tidal Basin, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States
Photo credit: © David Coleman | CherryBlossomWatch / Alamy / Afripics
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