FALLING ROCK, NO HARD HAT

California, Yosemite Valley

On June 3, 1980, Jeff Jackson (21) and Bill Crichlow were climbing the Jam route on Glacier Point Apron. Jackson was leading the first pitch when he was struck twice by a rockfall and fell about 25 feet to the first belay station. He sustained serious injuries and was evacuated. (Source: Hal Grovert, SAR Officer, Yosemite National Park)

Analysis

This is one of those accidents that probably could have been prevented. Because of the possibility of rockfall, we recommend the use of hard hats. (Source: Hal Grovert, SAR Officer, Yosemite National Park)