Miracle Hot Springs in the Sequoia National Forest was closed indefinitely on Monday after its second death in two years, U.S. Forest Service officials said.
On February 17th, one person was found dead in one of the baths at the Miracle Hot Springs, and in October 2022, another person was found dead in the same area.
The manner of death has not been disclosed.
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“Public safety is of paramount importance to Forest Service personnel. Due to a second death in which hot springs may have been a contributing factor, the area has been closed until a sustainable long-term solution can be found.” ” District Ranger Al Watson said in a statement. he issued a statement.
Miracle Hot Springs in the Sequoia National Forest was closed indefinitely on Monday after its second death in two years, U.S. Forest Service officials said. (Gary Coronado/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
The statement said the community closure order blocks public access to the hot springs, bathtubs and surrounding areas.
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Sandy Flat Campground, near the Miracle Hot Springs day-use area, remains open to the public and continues to accept reservations.
Fox News Digital has reached out to Sequoia National Forest for additional comment.
This hot spring is located at an elevation of 2,300 feet in the Sequoia National Forest. They are located southwest of Lake Isabella and about 40 miles northeast of Bakersfield, according to the park’s website. (Gary Coronado/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
This hot spring is located at an elevation of 2,300 feet in the Sequoia National Forest. They are located southwest of Lake Isabella and about 40 miles northeast of Bakersfield, California, according to the park’s website. They are managed by the Hot Springs Angels, Kern River Conservancy, and the Forest Service.
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The hot springs were damaged in 2020, and the damage was “relatively minor and superficial,” according to a statement released at the time.
Miracle Hot Springs suffered damage in 2020, but a statement released at the time said the damage was “relatively minor and superficial.” (Gary Coronado/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
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Recreation and law enforcement personnel were on scene at the time to assess the damage. Details of the specific damage suffered have not been disclosed.
