Reilly Smith, Media Editor
April 22, 2020
As Oregonians continue to social distance, signs of spring are beginning to pop up around Portland.
Spring flowers are beginning to bloom, and a mix of rain and sunshine is the new weather norm for the time being.
Here are some photos capturing the beginnings of spring around the Metro area:
SE Main St. in Milwaukie gets some sun after a spring rain shower.
A squirrel on a fence in Scott Park.
Even though schools will remain closed for the rest of the year, nature on school campuses across the state is beginning to flourish.
The TriMet Orange Line stop in Milwaukie as the rain begins to lighten up.
Bees and other wildlife begin popping up around parks and other nature areas.
Trees that were bare only weeks ago are now covered in bright green leaves.
Plants begin to flourish as the weather warms up.
A street in Milwaukie brightens up as the sun appears after a rain shower passes through.
Trees begin to sprout leaves along Spring Creek in Milwaukie.
Cherry blossoms are beginning to pop up around the city.
Cherry blossoms are beginning to pop up around the city.
Cherry blossoms are beginning to pop up around the city.
Ms. McDonald • Apr 24, 2020 at 6:54 am
Great pictures Reilly. Dogwoods are one of my favorite flowering trees.