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Dead fireweed

This is the first snow, signalling the end of summer. Usually fireweed is bright and vibrant. In fall they die off and the snow signals the end.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 09.2019
Date Uploaded: 10.2019
Photo Location: Fairbanks , Alaska, United States of America
Camera: NIKON D750
Copyright: © Phillip Simpler