Yellowstone Warning as Tourists Risk Death at Lethal Spring
Summary
Two tourists were seen walking dangerously close to the Grand Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone National Park, ignoring official warnings about the risks of the hot springs. Park officials say the ground near these thermal features looks solid but can be thin and break, exposing visitors to scalding water that has caused over 20 deaths.Key Facts
- Two women walked on fragile ground near the Grand Prismatic Spring instead of staying on the boardwalk.
- The hot spring area is dangerous because a thin crust covers very hot water underneath.
- Yellowstone National Park advises visitors to stay on designated paths to avoid injury or death.
- More than 20 people have died from burns after falling into Yellowstone’s hot springs.
- The park’s thermal features cause more injuries and deaths than any other natural hazard there.
- Visitors caught leaving boardwalks in thermal areas can face legal penalties, including jail time.
- A man was recently sentenced to five days in jail for walking off a Yellowstone boardwalk.
- The Grand Prismatic Spring is one of the most photographed hot springs in the world and is viewed safely from trails and boardwalks.
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