After a series of storms moved east through Claremont last week, clearing dust, haze, and pollution from the air, the remaining red, orange, and gold wavelengths became especially vivid at sunset. This image, taken from Moab Drive, shows the brilliant colors and clear skies with visibility extending more than 50 miles. Courier photos/Peter Weinberger

With abundant clear skies, the sun peaks through the heavy tree line at June Vail park Sunday.