Two men have been caught climbing over safety barriers and posing for photos crouching right on the brink of one of Vernal Fall at Yosemite National Park. The 317-foot waterfall is one of the most powerful in the park, and visitors can enjoy a spectacular view by hiking the Mist Trail, but it seems that wasn't enough for this pair. A video of the two men (which you can see below) was shared online by fellow park visitor , who spotted them from afar and used her camera's zoom function to capture evidence.
Her recording was shared this week via Instagram account , which calls out bad behavior at sites of natural beauty around the world. According to Hopkins, she "lost braincells" watching the pair. Other examples have included , and for a better view.
(NPS), water-related accidents are the second most common cause of death at Yosemite, and each year 15-20 people are rescued after falling into water accidentally, or getting in trouble during watersports or swimming. Hypothermia is a serious risk when people become immersed in water, particularly when waterways are swollen due to snowmelt in the spring. People may also be surprised by the strength of currents, and how even shallow water can sweep someone off their feet, and how easily hidden obstacles like rocks and roots can trap them underwater.
"Many accidents happen in places where hazards are not obvious," warns the NPS. "Keep in mind that one misstep on a rock, even above a seemingly calm pool, may result in inability to es.
