A pair of tourists jumped over a safety fence at Vernal Fall in Yosemite National Park and took a photo at the edge of the 317-foot drop.
A pair of tourists jumped over a barrier at the top of a waterfall in Yosemite National Park and took a photo at the edge of the 317-foot drop.
The video shows one visitor crouching for a photo with their back to the 317-foot drop of the waterfall. Meanwhile, the other tourist is filmed taking a photo of his friend with a smartphone. Vernal Fall is among the most powerful waterfalls in Yosemite. Although it is not the highest waterfall in Yosemite National Park, it poses serious dangers due to the rocks and fast-flowing water below.the tourist’s perilous behavior not only endangered themselves but potentially damaged the cliff edge by eroding the rock structure.Barriers and safety fences in national parks are crucial for protecting both visitors and the natural environment.
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