Check out Seattle's magnificent cherry blossoms via livestream this year

Last spring, UW was one of the first in the state to move classes from in-person to remote learning. They were also the first in the country to implement a drive-thru coronavirus testing clinic.

They were also one of the first places in Seattle to set up a live camera, allowing those practicing distancing measures to enjoy the annual cherry blossom blooms while staying safe indoors.

This year, they’re asking folks to continue virtual viewings.

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Anyone wanting to keep updated on the blossoms can do so below, on UW Video’s webcam, or on a Twitter page dedicated to the blossoms.

The University has also created a virtual tour, allowing visitors to view the Yoshino cherry, Cherry plum, Hisakura, Kwanzan, Shirofugen, Black cherry, Bitter cherry, Sargent’s cherry, and Akebono trees.

In the spring, the university typically welcomes thousands of people hoping to catch a glimpse of the magnificent cherry blossoms.

This year, the university is asking people to avoid coming to campus and is discouraging visitors from parking on campus.

While we love our @uwcherryblossom, there are plenty of other cherry trees around the city to enjoy — even in your own neighborhood. @UW arborist Sara Shores tells us how we can identify cherry blossoms and what types of trees are blooming now. pic.twitter.com/1PUaZbelVC

— UW News (@uwnews) March 9, 2021