<HTML>My condolences, Carol. Some people may underestimate the power of the current at Emerald Pool, especially in the latter months of summer. As you know, Emerald Pool is above Vernal Falls, and there are a couple of bends in the river before you get to the falls, so people may think that they're safe there, but the current is very fast, the water is cold, and the granite rocks are verby Mary Jo - General Discussion