Dollywood to roll out Dolly Parton tribute with new character and waterfall
Dollywood will debut a Dolly Parton tribute featuring a memorial wall, a Dolly Parton exhibit, a new park character, and a waterfall to honor the country icon.
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Selfie seekers swept away as Thai waterfall is hit by flash flood
Tourists taking selfies in a restricted area at Mae Sa Waterfall in Chiang Mai were swept downstream by a sudden flash flood; park rangers rescued them with only minor injuries reported, and the site remains closed as authorities warn of ongoing heavy rainfall during the monsoon season.
Kentucky Man Killed After Falling From 177-Foot Oregon Waterfall While Posing for Photo
A 20-year-old Kentucky man, Zachary Nicholas Mertens of Burlington, died Aug. 10 after slipping over a barrier at the top of South Falls’ upper viewpoint and falling about 177 feet into the pool below at Silver Falls State Park, Oregon, around 6:30 p.m. He had crossed above the falls to pose for a photo; a visitor performed CPR, but he died at the scene. The Marion County Medical Examiner released his body to recovery crews. The incident follows other recent waterfall-related accidents in Oregon, including deaths and injuries at various falls.
13-year-old tumbles 50-foot Disneyland waterfall after exiting ride early
A 13-year-old boy fell 50 feet down the waterfall on Disneyland’s Tiana’s Bayou Adventure after getting off the ride early; a bystander captured video of the incident. Disneyland staff stopped the ride, and the boy was taken to a hospital as a precaution and released. California OSHA conducted an investigation and found no operational issues; the ride was back in service shortly afterward.
Arctic Ocean’s Hidden Waterfall Is Earth’s Largest by Volume
NOAA-backed research reveals the Denmark Strait cataract, an underwater waterfall beneath the Arctic between Iceland and Greenland, draining cold Nordic Sea water downward at about 3.2 million cubic meters per second (≈123 million cubic feet per second). It’s the world’s largest waterfall by volume, though invisible to ships, and it helps drive the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation, influencing Europe’s climate and marine ecosystems. Warming could weaken or alter this flow, with potential global climate implications.
Eternal Flame Falls: New York's Hidden Fire Grotto
Eternal Flame Falls in New York is a unique waterfall that features a small, continuous flame burning behind it, fueled by natural gas seeps from the Hanover Shale formation, and is best visited in spring when the waterfall and flame are most impressive.
California Man Rescued After Two Days Trapped Behind Waterfall
A man trapped behind a waterfall in California for two days was rescued by police using a helicopter and drone, after being pushed off his rappelling lines and seeking refuge in a cave. He was treated for dehydration and minor injuries, highlighting the dangers of outdoor adventures in challenging environments.
Man Rescued by Helicopter After 2 Days Behind California Waterfall
A man was rescued by helicopter after being trapped behind a waterfall in California for two days, having been pushed off his climbing lines by the force of the water. He was found alive and responsive, treated for minor injuries and dehydration, and reunited with his family.
Tragic Incident at Dillon Falls: 1 Dead, 2 Missing in River Accident
A group of people was swept over Dillon Falls near Bend, Oregon, resulting in one death and two missing persons, with rescue efforts ongoing.
Tragic Incident at Dillon Falls: 1 Dead, 2 Missing in Deschutes River Rescue
A group of six people was swept over Dillon Falls in Oregon, resulting in one death and two missing persons, prompting ongoing rescue efforts by authorities.
Three Hikers Drown at California Waterfall
Three hikers died after jumping into Rattlesnake Falls near Lake Tahoe in California; their bodies were recovered after a rescue operation in challenging terrain, with the incident highlighting the dangers of such risky activities.
China's Famous Waterfall Exposed as Pipe-Fed Attraction
A viral video revealed that China's tallest waterfall, Yuntai Waterfall, is artificially fed by a hidden pipe, leading park officials to admit to the enhancement. The discovery has sparked debate on social media about the ethics of modifying natural attractions for tourism.
China's Tallest Waterfall Exposed as Man-Made with Hidden Pipes
A hiker's video revealing that the flow of water at Yuntai Mountain Waterfall, China's tallest uninterrupted waterfall, comes from a pipe has sparked a social media uproar. The park operators admitted to using a pipe to enhance the waterfall during the dry season to ensure visitors' satisfaction. The incident has drawn mixed reactions, with some understanding the need for the enhancement and others criticizing it for not respecting the natural order. Local officials have asked the park to be transparent about such enhancements in the future.
China's Tallest Waterfall Exposed as Pipe-Fed
A viral video has revealed that the famous Yuntai Waterfall in China's Henan province may be artificially supplied by a water pipe, sparking debate on social media. The park's management explained that the additional water is necessary during the dry season to maintain the waterfall's appearance.
"Viral Video Reveals Famous Chinese Waterfall Fed by Pipe"
A video showing a pipe supplying water to the famous Yuntai Waterfall in China's Henan province has gone viral, raising questions about the naturalness of the falls. The park's management explained that the pipe is used to maintain the waterfall's appearance during the dry season. While some were shocked, others supported the park's efforts to ensure a consistent visitor experience.