Thanks to Amber for sharing: “lots of flooding in Rock Creek… avoid for now.”
Not in Rock Creek but AlertDC warns:
“DDOT reports high standing water in the westbound lanes of the 800-900 blocks of Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, between 7th and 9th Streets. Only the left lane is passable. Please take caution and use alternate routes.”
photo by Mark Andre
From an email:
“The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum will serve as a major source of information, educational activities and experiences on and around the total solar eclipse taking place April 8. The next total solar eclipse will not be visible in the contiguous United States for over 20 years.
The museum will hand out eclipse glasses to the public in advance of the eclipse, host eclipse-viewing opportunities and other events in the lead-up to the eclipse and provide eclipse-related resources for educators and parents/caregivers across the country.
Solar Eclipse Glasses (more…)
A thorough cleaning was spotted last weekend: (more…)
photo by angela n.
From the National Mall NPS 4:04pm Sunday (3/17, earlier than predicted):
“PEAK BLOOM! PEAK BLOOM! PEAK BLOOM! Did we say PEAK BLOOM?! The blossoms are opening & putting on a splendid spring spectacle. See you soon.”
Thanks to P. for sending yesterday:
“The Dupont Circle fountain is on and running after months of delays! Enjoy it while it lasts”
Thanks to Chris for sending: “Spring is near, the park service has started draining the reflecting pool for cleaning!” (more…)
photo by Jared Stern
Thanks to Jared for sending Sunday afternoon:
“Did Old Faithful open a DC location? took this at 7th & Pennsylvania looking toward Anacostia. It looks like it’s a couple blocks away.”
Photo by Erin
From the National Park Service:
“You heard it here first! We’re projecting #cherryblossom peak bloom to fall between March 23-26 this year. One of #WashingtonDC’s most anticipated events, the gorgeous blossoming trees produce a short-lived scene of splendor.”
photo by angela n.
While we wait for those other peak blooms, get a load of these beauties: (more…)
photo by Dave Lyons
National Mall NPS with the good springtime news:
“Our cherry blossom experts are finalizing their projection for peak bloom dates. Next week (Thurs, 2/29), we’ll join our partners to share the big announcement, so everyone can begin their spring planning. Follow our social media accounts to get the news first!”
STAY TUNED.