Tuesday, August 11, 2015

Caution urged after B.C. cliff-diving videos go viral

Cheryl Santa Maria
Digital Reporter   

Monday, August 10, 2015, 6:35 PM - On Monday, The Weather Network featured a viral video of what appears to be a unique way to cool down in B.C. -- but officials are warning that this summer activity comes with substantial risk.

North Vancouver's Lynn Canyon Park has been getting a lot of attention lately, thanks to a series of viral videos that show people tumbling down a natural waterslide and cliff jumping over an 11-metre waterfall.
While not illegal, park officials strongly recommend against the practice.
Over the August long weekend, five people were rescued from the canyon in one day, with one woman suffering a serious back injury...Read more...
          

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