Picture of the day - September 15, 2005

Sunset Over The Strait Of Georgia

Photo courtesy of NOAA.  Today's picture features a spectacular crimson sunset over British Columbia's Strait of Georgia, one of the world's most beautiful and ecologically diverse bodies of water. Two continental plates collided around 150 million years ago creating the Strait of Georgia and Puget Sound, which together comprise the Georgia Basin. The 850 mile long Fraser River system drains one quarter of the land of British Columbia before feeding fresh water and silt into the Georgia Strait. This constant "feeding" of silt and fresh water work in combination with the area's mild climate to make it extremely rich in wildlife. The Strait of Georgia is extremely important to the people of British Columbia and their visitors. The fishing and shellfish industries provide many jobs for local residents and the waters of the strait offer numerous recreational opportunities...including the opportunity to experience some absolutely incredible sunsets!   Picture Of The Day Homepage | Submit a photo Interesting Articles