Photograph by @paulnicklen for @natgeo // How did this herd of horses survive the intense fires and heat of northern Washington State? When the owner of this ranch had to run from the flames, she said goodbye to her horses expecting that she may never see them again. But, she also knew that her horses, like all horses, are smart and if there was a chance, then they would survive. The day after the fire, she returned with her son and found the herd on this lake bed that allowed them a safe distance from the flames and heat. There was not a scratch or a burn mark on any of the horses. With @cristinamittermeier #follow me on @paulnicklen and @sea_legacy to learn more about the effects of human induced climate change. #gratitude #horse #beauty #love #smile #nature #persevere @natgeocreative @thephotosociety by natgeo

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