Fall colors peak across Midwest, Southeast

Fall foliage is reaching peak or lingering across several Midwest and Southern locations, with timing varying by region. In Missouri, a warm, dry start delayed color, and drought in the south has affected its intensity, but most areas have now reached peak color. Northeast Georgia’s mountains have peaked, with color spreading into metro areas and expected to progress from higher elevations toward lower areas into early November. Photo galleries also show autumn colors in Indiana, West Michigan, and Ross County, Ohio, including leaves still visible around Chillicothe.