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Hot Spring Safety

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Caution: There are many dangers in visiting hot springs, enjoy at your own risk.  Below are just a few examples.
  • If you intend to soak, make sure the temperature and pH is safe before entering (even if you've been to the spring before).​
  • Keep pets on a leash when around hot springs, at least until you know the temperature for all springs is safe--many dogs have died in hot springs that are too hot and many people have died while trying to rescue them. 
  • Wildlife depend on springs, so wildlife encounters are possible. 
  • Primary amoebic meningoencephalitis (PAM or PAME) is rare, but is life threatening--Don't allow the spring water up your nose - avoiding being submerged or standing under a hot spring waterfall such that the water pressure goes up your nose. Avoid inhaling spray when possible.
  • Be very cautious mixing hot springs and alcohol or other drugs

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