Experts predict shorter and earlier season

This fall, New England’s foliage is expected to be “bright, brief, and early” due to a summer of drought, resulting in patchy colors rather than the usual sweeping displays, potentially affecting the $8 billion tourism revenue. Experts suggest tracking peak colors with resources like Yankee Magazine’s Peak Foliage Map, as climate change continues to shift timing and health of trees.

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