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Hiker's Death at Yosemite's Half Dome Sparks Safety Debate

Grace Rohloff's fatal fall prompts calls for improved safety measures on the iconic trail's cable system.

  • Grace Rohloff, 20, slipped and fell 200 feet while descending the Half Dome cables during a sudden storm.
  • Her father, Jonathan Rohloff, advocates for changes to the cable system to prevent future tragedies.
  • The current setup involves smooth granite and widely spaced wooden planks, which become hazardous when wet.
  • Yosemite officials have not yet commented on potential safety improvements for the popular hiking route.
  • Grace was an experienced hiker and a student at Arizona State University, known for her adventurous spirit.
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