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Twenty-five years later, we remember. On September 11, 2001, 2,977 people were killed in terrorist attacks that forever changed our nation. Today, we honor those we lost and the first responders who answered the call. We will never forget their courage and sacrifice.
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Dolly Parton once described the Smokies as “one of those special places that God put here for us to enjoy.” At Great Smoky Mountains National Park’s 75th anniversary celebration in 2009, she sang about that special place in “My Mountains, My Home.” Video by Haw River Films
U.S. Department of the Interior164,766 次观看 • 12 天前
The fountains are flowing. The weather is perfect. ☀️ If you're in Washington DC this weekend, get out and enjoy it. Historic fountains and public spaces across the Nation's Capital have been brought back to life as part of President Donald J. Trump's efforts to make the city safe & beautiful.
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You could say they nailed it. (And also sanded it, painted it, and rebuilt it.) National Park Service staff from across the country are working hard to make DC safe and beautiful, installing and repairing more than 1,000 benches this year. Their work may happen behind the scenes, but the results are on display every day in the shared spaces that help to tell our nation’s story. 🇺🇸
US Department of the Interior304,251 次观看 • 3 个月前
The Perseid meteor shower is one of the best celestial shows of the year. Every August, this shooting star spectacle lights up the sky as Earth passes through a trail of debris left by Comet Swift-Tuttle. Video of a night sky time-lapse at Oregon Islands National Wildlife Refuge
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Sometimes the most effective strategy in nature is doing absolutely nothing. American alligators like this one can spend hours barely moving at all. Staying still helps them conserve energy, regulate body temperature, and wait patiently for prey to come within snapping distance.
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You might want to turn your volume up for this one. That's the unmistakable bellow of an American alligator. During the breeding season, male alligators produce these deep, booming calls to announce their presence, attract females, and let rivals know who's occupying the territory. Video at Aransas National Wildlife Refuge Video description: An alligator moves through the water in a wetland as it bellows loudly.
U.S. Department of the Interior182,892 次观看 • 2 个月前
This week, National Park Service officials helped lead search and rescue efforts following devastating flooding at the Grand Canyon. Plus, new action on American Energy Dominance and more than $20 million raised for the national park system through the foreign visitor fee.
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Absolutely mesmerizing to witness the glowing lava fountains at Kīlauea's summit eruption in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park. Volcanoes are living monuments to Earth's fiery origins, a powerful reminder that our planet’s forces are still alive and at work. Video by @usgs
U.S. Department of the Interior265,144 次观看 • 4 个月前
Sorry, can't talk right now. I'm watching a livestream. Summer snowmelt is sending cold, fast-moving water through rivers, streams, and waterfalls across many National Park Service sites. Every year, visitors underestimate the power of moving water, often with tragic consequences. A few safety reminders before your next adventure 👇
U.S. Department of the Interior145,434 次观看 • 2 个月前
