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Foliage Report Archive - 1999 |
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1999 Foliage Report
#3
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September 8, 1999 Nearly all of the Northeast is now experiencing some degree of leaf color change. The only regions not reporting change are extreme southern New Jersey, low-lying areas of southeastern and southwestern Pennsylvania, coastal sections of Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts, and sporadic areas of New Hampshire and Vermont. Meanwhile, the Adirondack mountains in northeastern New York are showing the most color, up to 40% change in spots. In the mountains of central and northern Vermont, northern New Hampshire, and western Maine, 10% to 30% color change is being reported. Leaf drop is still very low, except for the distressed trees suffering from this year's drought. Earlier this week, remnants of Tropical Storm Dennis passed through the Northeast. The system brought with it heavy rains and windy conditions. Although the rain was much needed, the dry ground was unable to absorb the heavy rains, resulting in flash flooding. In Williamsport, PA, 6.9 inches of rain was reported on Tuesday. Much of the Northeast received over one inch of rain from the system. The precipitation should slow down the color change slightly. The next few weeks should show dramatic changes in the New England states. Watch for future reports from The Foliage Network to guide you through the spectacular autumn season.
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