Over the Edge Quotes

“The aphorism that suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem is usually true. And remember, changing one’s mind in midair rarely works out.”
― Michael P. Ghiglieri, Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon

“despite the altitude indicator (AI), automatic direction finder (ADF), horizontal situation indicator (HSI) gauge, altimeter, and other instruments intended to allow an instrument-rated pilot to fly “blind.”
― Michael P. Ghiglieri, Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon

“Stay hydrated but do not flush the electrolytes from your body by excessive drinking. You should drink only enough water to maintain the same, normal output of urine you normally experience.”
― Michael P. Ghiglieri, Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon

“Ditto for the eleven people killed in Antelope Canyon. Venturing into these canyons during the afternoon or evening is significantly more risky.”
― Michael P. Ghiglieri, Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon

“Well, all but one of the 14 known flash flood deaths in Grand Canyon have occurred between July and September. Moreover, “typical” monsoon storms are afternoon events.”
― Michael P. Ghiglieri, Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon

“The North Rim of Grand Canyon, for example, lies at 8,000-9,000 feet elevation and is part of the huge Colorado Plateau, the world’s second largest and highest plateau after that of Tibet. Plateaus such as these, it is now known, actually create their own weather.”
― Michael P. Ghiglieri, Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon

“The one common thread from these incidents has been the complete lack of regard for personal safety.”
― Michael P. Ghiglieri, Over the Edge: Death in Grand Canyon