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DENVER, Col. (NPS) -- Yellowstone National Park officials report that Craig Howenstine, 21 years old, of Jackson, Wyoming, received first and second degree burns to both his ankles while fishing along the Firehole River south of Midway Geyser Basin in the Old Faithful area on June 29, 1998. The incident occurred at approximately 4:30 p.m. Mr. Howenstine and two companions were fishing along the bank of the Firehole River upstream from Flood Geyser when they came to a muddy area and started to walk through it. Although Mr. Howenstine noticed his feet were becoming quite warm, he continued on until his feet became extremely hot and uncomfortable. He exited the muddy area into the river, removed his hiking boots, and noted his feet had been burned. Mr. Howenstine was not hiking near any known thermal feature, and footprints in the mud indicated other people had previously walked through the same area. His companions were uninjured. Mr. Howenstine and his companions returned to their vehicle and drove to the Old Faithful Clinic where clinic staff administered emergency medical care; he was then transported via park ambulance to the hospital in Jackson, Wyoming, for additional care. This is the first individual to receive a thermal burn during the 1998 summer season. All park visitors are reminded that for their own safety it is important to stay on boardwalks and designated trails while viewing all thermal features in the park. Scalding water underlies thin, breakable crusts; many geyser eruptions are unpredictable, and thermal features are near or above boiling temperatures. Boardwalks and trails help to protect park visitors and prevent damage to delicate formations. In fishing areas with thermal activity, visitors are urged to be cautious and aware of any possible thermal activity.
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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK (NPS) -- Yellowstone National Park officials announced today that chip seal projects have been scheduled for the 1998 summer season. The road segments that will be affected are the West Entrance Road from 7 Mile Bridge to Madison Junction and the South Entrance Road from Flagg Ranch to Grant Village. Construction will take place Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with up to 30 minute delays. Chip sealing on the West Entrance road will begin on Monday, July 13, through Tuesday, July 21, 1998; and on the South Entrance segment, it will begin Monday, July 27, through Friday, August 14, 1998. Chip sealing roads is a process of placing a layer of oil and a layer of chips or aggregate and then rolling it. Chip sealing is standard procedure once a new roadway has cured for two to three years, and is also used to provide a wear surface on older roads until road reconstruction can be accomplished. The chip sealing process must be done during warm weather, and adverse weather could delay the chip sealing and require rescheduling. Park visitors are encouraged to call the park headquarters at (307) 344-7381 for current information on road projects and closures.
A Weekly Column
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK (YNET) -- OK, OK, So I'll call him my younger brother instead of my little brother. After all he is a grown man with a wonderful wife and two sons who sure make up a terrific family! Yep, its my column so I get to write about what I want and since today is Jack's birthday I'm gonna write about him. Usually its the older brother who is the one offering support and guidance to their
siblings. Not Jack and I, its just the opposite. I have always gone to him for support,
love and most A quick story about how sharp this guy is. When my friend Robbie Risner was Ambassador to the United Nations in the 80s, he invited me to visit him. What a day it was! The high-lite of the day was getting to actually go on the floor of the U.N. and, since they were not in session, to sit at the desk with United States on it. For years I have told people about that day. A couple of years ago Jack called me and said, "Guess what, I'm giving a speech to the United Nations and will be introduced by Boutras Boutras Gali!" My first thought was "geez, that sure kills my sitting at the desk story." Be aware, I AM ONLY JOKING! I have always been proud of my "little brothers" accomplishments and this is one of many things he has done to serve his family, his God and his country.
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