Two Men Drown in Separate Incidents at Glacier National Park
The park, known for its glacial waters and rugged terrain, reports drowning as its leading cause of death.
- A 26-year-old man from India drowned after slipping into Avalanche Creek while hiking.
- A 28-year-old man from Nepal drowned while swimming in Lake McDonald, 30 yards from shore.
- Both men were on vacation with friends and their bodies have been recovered.
- The park has issued warnings about the dangers of its swift, cold waters and slippery terrain.
- Glacier National Park has recorded 56 drownings since 2017, making water the primary cause of fatalities.