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DC’s cherry blossom trees should be unaffected by snow storm and be able to fully bloom

By Katelyn Caralle
Published March 21, 2018 3:01pm ET
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DC’s cherry blossom trees should be unaffected by snow storm and be able to fully bloom
FILE - This April 10, 2013 file photo shows visitors walking along the Tidal Basin in Washington to enjoy the cherry blossom trees in full bloom. Washington's famous cherry blossom trees are expected to bring the first sure sign of spring between April 8 and 12, when they're predicted to reach peak bloom. National Park Service officials made the bloom prediction Tuesday as organizers announced plans for this year's National Cherry Blossom Festival. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File) | Evan Vucci

The National Park Service for the National Mall and Memorial Parks assured Twitter users Wednesday the Washington, D.C. metro area cherry blossom trees should be unaffected by the heavy snowfall plaguing the East Coast.

Even though the trees should escape the snow unharmed, the Tidal Basin area where the annual festival takes place is closed and no events will be taking place on Wednesday.

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