Massive crowds gathered at the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C., to witness cherry blossom trees at full bloom.

The cherry blossoms are blooming in Washington, D.C., and the federal city is receiving its annual influx of tourists eager to soak in the beauty of the iconic trees. But tourists should enjoy the cherry blossoms from a healthy distance.

Peak bloom has been cut short for the District’s signature pink and white blossoms. In a post on the X platform Tuesday, the National Park Service (NPS) said Monday night’s storm blew many cherry blossoms off the trees,