LifeTravelWorld News Tourists Observe Fatal Bison Incident During Misguided Photographic Attempt by Bella Monroe June 30, 2025 written by Bella Monroe June 30, 2025 0 comments 28 In a tragic incident at Yellowstone National Park, tourists witnessed a bison’s fatal plunge into a scalding hot spring at the Midway Geyser Basin near Old Faithful, according to park service reports. With water temperatures reaching 88C and the boiling point at the park’s high altitude near 93 degrees, survival was impossible for the animal. Eyewitness Louise Howard described the scene: “Two bison were standing there. I thought it was a great photo opportunity.” The bison, known in American English as a buffalo, is said to have died quickly The situation unfolded quickly when one bison initially approached a shallower section of the spring, retreating momentarily. Seconds later, the creature lost its footing on the Grand Prismatic Spring’s edge and fell into the lethal waters. Michael Poland, head scientist at Yellowstone Volcano Observatory, explained that while such thermal-related animal deaths are not uncommon, this incident was notable for occurring during peak tourist season in a highly populated park area. “There’s a pool in the Lower Geyser Basin called Skeleton Pool,” Poland told CBS News. “What made this different was its location and timing.” The beast fell into the Grand Prismatic Spring, where temperatures are around 192 degrees. The beast fell into the Grand Prismatic Spring, where temperatures are around 192 degrees. The bison’s death was relatively swift due to extreme heat. Poland noted that the animal’s violent movements pushed it into an even hotter zone, accelerating its demise. He also clarified that water acidity was not the cause of death. “This bison carcass is essentially sitting in nearly boiling water, which will gradually dissolve organic tissues, eventually leaving only bones,” Poland explained. A bison dies in front of horrified tourists when it falls into a hot spring at Yellowstone National Park. visitors one yellowstone national parks 107267901 The incident occurred during a summer season marked by several bison-related accidents. Recently, a 30-year-old New Jersey visitor received treatment for minor injuries after being gored in the Old Faithful area. In previous years, similar incidents have been reported, including an 83-year-old South Carolina woman seriously injured in 2022 and an Arizona woman gored in 2023. What do you think about this story? Have you ever experienced something similar or have an interesting take to add? Share this article with your friends and followers on social media. Tag someone who needs to see this and let’s hear what they think! #worldnews Share 0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail Bella Monroe Bella Monroe is an entertainment reporter with exclusive interviews with Hollywood's biggest stars. She covers the latest in music, film, and viral internet trends. Sam graduated with a degree in Journalism from NYU and has been featured in top entertainment outlets. previous post Tragic Finale: Marge Simpson’s Unexpected Demise Stuns Devoted Viewers next post Actress Kylie Page, 28, Remembered for Kindness After Untimely Death You may also like Felix Baumgartner, Space Jump Pioneer, Dies in Paragliding... July 18, 2025 Kang Seo Ha: Korean Actress Dies at 31... July 16, 2025 Shocking Video: Diogo Jota’s Lamborghini Engulfed in Flames... July 3, 2025 Liverpool Forward Diogo Jota Tragically Killed in Spanish... July 3, 2025 92-Year-Old Convicted of 1967 Bristol Woman’s Murder and... July 3, 2025 Actress Kylie Page, 28, Remembered for Kindness After... July 1, 2025 Investigation Commences to Identify Remains of 800 Infants... June 18, 2025 An Air India flight bound for London, carrying... June 12, 2025 Madeleine McCann: Portuguese Investigators Assess New Search Findings June 11, 2025 Actor Jonathan Joss from ‘Parks and Rec’ Dies... June 4, 2025