National Forest service rangers are sounding the alarm about potential dangers at some area hot spots. According to a release from the National Forest Service, two incidents were reported on July 23, 2022. “The waterfalls and rivers are beautiful, but they are also very natural,” said Public Information Officer Adrianne Rubiaco with the National Forest Service. Summer water temperatures in deeper sections of Southern Appalachian Mountain streams can be in the 50s. You don’t know how fast the current is.”Swimming locations on National Forest property are unmanned by lifeguards and often labeled ‘swim at your own risk.’

Source: CNN August 02, 2022 01:12 UTC