Scenic view of lake against sky,New Zealand - stock photo

Even in the midst of disaster and tragedy, there can be moments of unexpected beauty. This image shows a remnant of the flooding that was caused by Cyclone Gabrielle in the fields near Pukehou, a small farming community in between Hastings and Waipawa. The flooded corn fields, while undoubtedly causing significant disruption to the farming community, have also created a unique environment that is now home to water birds and fish. The reflection of the green hill and the trees shrouded in low cloud add a sense of atmosphere and depth to the scene, and perhaps even a sense of calm or serenity in the midst of the chaos caused by the cyclone.