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Enjoy an amazing vacation at national parks by keeping these 6 principles in mind to avoid troubles and ensure your safety.
Cautionary Incidents to Be Aware of When Visiting Wildlife Parks
According to the National Geographic magazine (USA), incidents occur every year where tourists face accidents leading to fatalities at national parks worldwide.
To prevent accidents, adhere to park regulations, follow rules, and immediately inform the nearest forest ranger for timely assistance.
1. Avoid standing near the edges of high-risk areas.
During the 1992 trip to Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona (USA), a tourist playfully lost balance while with his daughter, slipped, and fell from a protective railing approximately 120m high, leading to a fatality.
2. Avoid taking selfies with wild animals.
In Yellowstone National Park (USA), a woman and her 6-year-old daughter were engrossed in taking selfies with a wild bison about 6m away.
Unexpectedly, the bison attacked the woman, causing her to fall. Fortunately, she managed to escape in time with minor injuries.
3. Do not violate park rules; adhere to regulations.
In July 1981, 24-year-old tourist David Allen Kirwan plunged into the hot Celestine Pool with a temperature above 90°C, attempting to rescue his friend's dog, Moosie, during their trip.
Kirwan's condition is critical, suffering from blindness, third-degree burns, and unfortunately, he passed away in the hospital.
4. Avoid using unmanned aerial devices for photography in restricted areas.
In 2014, a tourist operating an unmanned aerial device for photography accidentally dropped it into the Grand Prismatic Spring hot water area at Yellowstone National Park (USA).
This incident led to the Yellowstone Park Management Board imposing regulations prohibiting the use of unmanned aerial devices for photography.
5. Refrain from feeding wild animals.
A young boy, accompanied by his parents, had a tragic accident near Wawona Hotel in Yosemite National Park, California (USA) in 1977.
Tragedy struck as the young boy, attempting to feed a deer with a potato slice, was impaled by the sharp antlers, leading to a fatal outcome.
6. Choose suitable footwear when exploring.
It's common for women to wear high heels while traveling, but it's crucial to opt for appropriate footwear in different circumstances and locations.
On the rocky Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona (USA), forest rangers always advise female tourists against wearing high heels during the hike to avoid foot pain and, more importantly, foot injuries.
Source: Huynh Phuong/Tuoi Tre
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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour
MytourMay 3, 2018
