Wednesday’s Photos
Rain, Rain, and More Rain
Cold and rainy weather has plagued our region for the past four weeks. Last week, still recovering from major surgery, I ventured out to look at the low water level of Arrow Lake. BC Hydro expects massive water pouring in from the spring run-offs. So it drained the reservoir down to the lowest allowable level. Many of the tree roots of the flooded orchards are visible. They serve as skeletal monuments against the devastating flooding of the valley more than half a century ago. Using the dark clouds, I attempted with some post-editing to create a sombre atmosphere that underscores the dark mood that the roots spread over the eerie landscape. Enjoy.
The Peter and Gertrud Klopp Family 
Das zweitletzte Foto sieht so aus, als wäre eine Gruppe Gestalten abgebildet!
Sehr atmosphärisch in seiner Dunkelheit.
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Good to see pictures of beautiful landscape in what seems like great weather. Out here we are experiencing an extreme hot climate with temperatures soaring between 42-46C.
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Oh, that is too hot for you, although you are accustomed to the heat in India.
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Yes.
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Great pictures. Dead wood makes fine sculptures.
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I’ll confess it — in our hot and dry weather, all of these photos look eminently cheerful and pleasing. The same procedures are followed here in advance of flooding rain or hurricanes; man-made lakes that receive flow from the rivers have their levels dropped. That’s when fishermen go out and plot the location of underwater hazards that aren’t otherwise visible — especially for those without sonar or other such devices.
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Droughts and floods are the two extremes we experience more and more often.
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I love seeing water smoothed wood. I hope you have a speedy recovery and are soon feeling the benefits, Peter. It’s great that you feel well enough to get out to enjoy such an atmospheric place.
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Those did give me a rather eerie creepy feel. I hope that doesn’t reflect how you are feeling. Wishing you a continued recovery. Be well!
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Well worn weathered wood is always a pleasing subject and these are very interesting examples of driftwood. I like the way the sky is opening above the wood in number 4. Nice shots of these waterside woods, Peter.
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Hello Peter – – I think these are intriguing and effective in conveying a sombre, almost post-apocalyptic atmosphere. I hope your recovery is progressing well, RPT
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Great photos, Peter. Keep on feeling better!
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You succeeded in your endeavours, Peter, the mood in the photos is eerie indeed … and very beautiful.
We had far too little rain since the beginning of April, only one day. Everything is dust.
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I would gladly send you our surplus rain, Birgit. You live so close to the North Sea, and yet it is so dry in Denmark. Amazing!
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It is not all over Denmark, just in the north of Jutland. It has something to do with the proximity of the Norwegian mountains it seems.
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The mood in your photos is very stark, Peter. These crazy weather patterns everywhere are so concerning. While you have had cold and rain, it has been hot and dry here. The thermometer reached 90 degrees yesterday and tonight it’s snowing. So many plants and animals will suffer from these extremes. 😢
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I don’t believe I’ve ever heard of authorities draining a lake in anticipation of a heavy inflow. Sounds like a good precaution.
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Great effects Peter!
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