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National Parks Ordered to Withhold Death and Injury Reports

A leaked memo allegedly directs National Park Service staff to keep quiet about deaths and severe injuries in national parks
Source: Outdoor Sportswire · 2026-06-30
Photo: U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Northeast Region via flickr

A recent report has revealed that National Park Service staff have been instructed not to publicly disclose information about deaths or severe injuries occurring within national parks. This decision has raised concerns among experts who believe that withholding such information could lead to increased risk for park visitors, making trails more hazardous. The lack of transparency may hinder efforts to identify and address potential safety issues, ultimately putting more lives at risk.

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