Crested Pool
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Crested Pool is a hot spring in the Upper Geyser Basin in Yellowstone National Park. The spring is 42 feet (12.8 m) deep. It is named for the "crest" which surrounds the pool. Although it is considered a spring, Crested Pool sometimes erupts like a geyser.
In 1970, a nine-year-old boy, Andrew Clark Hecht, accidentally fell into the spring and died. On the next day, eight pounds of his remains were recovered. [1] The Andrew Clark Hecht Memorial Public Safety Achievement Award was created in his memory, and is annually given to the individual or group who contributes the most in public safety. The recipient also receives $1,000 USD. [2]
[edit] References
- ^ Death in Yellowstone. Whittlesey, Lee
- ^ National Park Service Director Lauds Safety Day. National Park Service.
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