Haley and Josh
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On Sunday May 9, 1999 (Mother's Day) about 100 people were gathered at the base of Sacred Falls where you're pictures are taken. At approximately 2:30 p.m. a loud roar was followed by a shower of rocks and woody debris. Within seconds seven people (including a nine year old child) lay dead (an 8th died later) and 50 more were injured in various forms, some with traumatic amputations and/or open brain-case injuries. My cousin Sarah, her best friend and her best friend's brother all died by that pool. Sarah's body lay half submerged for 3 days until they were able to risk collecting her. Following the rescue operation the Park was closed on the recommendation of the State Geologist. The park remains closed...I hope these pictures were taken before the trajedy. If not, I hope amid your fun you at least spared a thought for those whose lives ended or were changed forever in that pool and on that rocky ground.
said bagelcat1
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