A man plunged 100 feet off the Grand Canyon while attempting to get a better view, resulting in a terrifying fall.
A harrowing incident at the Grand Canyon left a man fighting for his life after falling 100 feet.
The shocking event, captured on camera, serves as a chilling reminder of the risks involved in ignoring safety measures at iconic landmarks.
Man survives 100-font Grand Canyon fall in terrifying incident
In 2017, a man in his 20s climbed over the safety barrier at Mather Point, a popular Grand Canyon lookout.
Seeking a better view, he ventured onto a precarious ledge to admire the “f***ing beautiful” scenery.
Bystanders urged him to return, but he dismissed their warnings, joking about how difficult it would be to climb back.
The terrufying fall caught on camera
A tourist filming the panoramic views accidentally captured the moment he slipped and fell 100 feet down the canyon.
The man tumbled dangerously close to another steep drop before coming to a stop on a narrow ledge.
Shocked onlookers gasped and rushed to call 911, fearing the worst.
Emergency services arrived within five minutes of the call.
Three responders were lowered into the canyon to stabilize and rescue the man.
He was airlifted to Flagstaff Medical Center in critical condition.
Warnings from authorities after the incident
Grand Canyon officials reiterated the importance of respecting safety barriers and exercising caution.
They emphasized that these incidents place both the individuals and rescue teams in grave danger.
Social media reaction
A YouTube user, Cyndi Pu, shared the footage months later, describing the incident as a cautionary tale.
She noted that while crossing the barrier isn’t illegal, individuals bear full responsibility for the risks they take.
Cyndi later received confirmation from park rangers that the man survived but sustained life-threatening injuries.
In a comment claiming to be from the man’s brother, it was revealed that he spent two months in a coma.
He battled severe infections from punctured lungs but ultimately pulled through with significant memory challenges.
One person said: That dude is so lucky he didn’t roll off that second ledge. Holy sh*t .
A second wrote: I had to watch it like 5x before I realized that “black smoke” rushing down towards the open canyon was actually him rolling to the very edge!! Insane how he didn’t continue to roll straight off that canyon.
While a third commented: Crazy how he managed to live….What makes it more insane was that he got literally a foot shy from falling off a sheer edge and dying.
Another added: His view was no better from that rock than theirs behind the railing.
Someone else said: He almost died to see the exact same view as he saw from the safety of the viewing platform, what a genius.
The Grand Canyon’s beauty is undeniable, but this incident underscores the perils of ignoring safety precautions.
Let this serve as a reminder to admire nature responsibly and always prioritize your well-being over a “better view.”