Some photographers take different kinds of risks. According to Gray, surveys of college students show the trait is far more prevalent today than even as recently as 30 years ago. Have a firm footing before attempting to take a selfie, and do not lean out too far. So many people have taken #BearSelfies that the U.S. Forest Service decided to issue an advisory warning visitors to keep their distance. Cheungs horrified friends promptly called emergency services, who quickly arrived and whisked the woman to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead on arrival, according to the Sun. In fact, you can probably find a selfie on your social media right now. Three children in Russia died when they were hit by a train in the Nadezhdinsky diestrict while taking selfie on railway. Scientists have in the past called for 'no selfie zones' in a bid to cut the number of deaths. Granted, fatal alligator attacks are super rare; since 1973, there have only been 24 reported. Victor Thomas, 25, looking down from great heights in Manhattan. Other selfie accidents include mum -of-two Carmen Greenway, 41,who was also killed just moments after taking a smilingselfie on her bike in in London. A man posted: "So my girlfriend just sent me this selfie. However, the trend may finally be on the wane, with the number of selfie deaths last year dropping slightly to 93. This one, taken near Vanuatu's Ambrym volcano, is the most frightful of all. As a matter of fact, we do. Sure, keeping your face covered seems super important here. Ramon Gonzalez, known as Jadiel in the reggaeton world, took this selfie on his motorcycle a short time before he died after crashing the bike in 2014. Bhatara's friends reportedly tried to deter him from taking the selfie, but he ignored the warnings and got up close to the animal for a picture. This selfie-taker captioned his photo with, "Needed to take my artistic mind to a higher level". Her grandmother is quoted in the Daily Mirror as saying: "The police said she wanted to take a snap of herself at night, to give it the most dramatic effect and with the railway line as a backdrop.". Thanks for contacting us. The 43-year-old (whose name was not released by the police) apparently thought the gun was unloaded. On Instagram, he'll often share details about the lengths he goes to get the perfect, completely dangerous shot. He wasn't even participating in the event. Over the past decade, each year has seen tragic deaths including people falling off cliffs, being electrocuted or drowned in the search for the perfect picture. Copyright 2023 Penske Business Media, LLC. She didn't notice until she looked at her pictures. Over the past decade, each year has seen tragic deaths including people falling off cliffs, being electrocuted or drowned in the search for the perfect picture. I take advantage of it," Thomas told CBS News. A US woman died in a highway accident just seconds after uploading a selfie of herself enjoying Pharrell Williams' hit Happy on her car stereo. This is just one of many gasp-inducing pictures snapped by Daniel Lau, one of the world's most well-known daredevil photographers. Tourist destinations such as Mumbai have gone so far as to designate selfie-free zones. By Elisha Fieldstadt, Christina Capatides, Updated on: May 16, 2019 / 6:01 PM Three members of the same family drownedwhile trying to take a selfie in a deep pond. in 2015, atotal of 12 people are known to have suffered selfie-related deaths after either falling or being struck by a moving vehicle when taking a picture of themselves. Other selfie accidents include mum -of-two Carmen Greenway, 41,who was also killed just moments after taking a smilingselfie on her bike in in London. 'It's important, now more than ever, to reflect on the risks we are willing to take, and if a selfie is really worth losing your life over,' he said. While the 24 deaths so far in 2021 are shy of the record 107 fatalities in 2017, Rhino Safety director Simon Walter said the number could continue to rise with the toxic combination of lockdown FOMO (fear of missing out) and relaxed travel measures. They were rushed to a district hospital in the province, but Farhan died that night due to excessive bleeding. And then there's the unexpected surge of people taking selfies in the wilderness with bears. At the end of last year, Guilherme Chiapetti, 22, suffered multiple fractures and traumatic brain injuries after hitting his head at Cachoeira da Ona, a taking a selfie at beauty spot in Brazil. These two young women took this selfie on an airstrip in Mexico in March 2017. "I have been diving for over a decade and done 1000's of dives around the world," he says. 'While social media platforms can be amazing places to build connections with people across the world, the pressure to stand out can push people to take risks to create 'exciting' content which can, unfortunately, end in disaster. The running of the bulls in Pamplona, Spain, dates back to 1591. This counts as a selfie if you consider the person taking a picture of their feet. Seven passengers rushed to hospital after 'severe turbulence' on flight, Gabby Petito's family claim cop knew Laundrie was threat in lawsuit update, Jury inspect eerie Murdaugh murder scene where mom & son were executed, US Navy faces being totally outgunned by China in just seven years, says expert, 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Guilherme Chiapetti died taking a selfie at a beauty spot in Brazil, Nirupama Prajapati moments before she was knocked into the water, Cyclist Carmen Greenaway moments before she hit a bump in the road, Three members of the same family drowned in a deep pond taking a selfie, Madalyn Davis died taking selfie in Australia, A helicopter crashed while carrying people for 'shoe selfies', Chilling moment killer husband lures pregnant wife to rocky cliff edge for selfie before pushing her off'. Oftentimes, these dangerous selfies are taken while traveling, with people scaling skyscrapers, cliffs and bridges to capture a photo to remember. Luckily, the ball missed her head, and she could laugh at the close call. The caption for this Instagram shot, translated to English, says it all: "What some people would not do for a selfie.". Do you see what is in the background? Thomas describes himself as an "urban explorer.". "I have spent a lot of time in the water gaining experience. Falls are the most common cause of selfie fatalities, responsible for a third of all deaths, according to data collected by U.K. risk and safety assessment firm Rhino Safety, following by drownings, which were responsible for about one in five. Marlene Zorah describes this selfie in front of Mount Yasur, a volcano in the Republic of Vanuatu, as the hardest selfie she ever took. He did and, thankfully, survived to tell the tale. Even though the world's most dangerous selfies make amazing photo ops, are they really worth the risk? While Using A Selfie Stick, A Man Falls From A 100-Foot Cliff A tourist visiting Hawaii posted this dangerous selfie in front of flowing lava. Beautiful shots are key if you want to be Insta-famous, but is this taking things a bit too far? But lately, people have been taking selfies to extreme levels in order to get more likes and viral acclaim for their photo. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. A selfie of a friend taking a selfie while another friend takes a selfie as you all hang on the edge of a skyscraper? In May 2018, Odisha, India, Prabhu Bhataratriedto take a selfie with an injured bear while stopping at a bathroom on the way home from a wedding reception. Two Brits died after a 30ft fall as they tried to take a selfie on Spain's Costa Blanca in 2019. Nirupama Prajapati was standing on some boulders when a man, also taking pictures, took a step backwards and tripped - causing her to accidentally fall into the turbulent waters below. But think of all the weird things youve done to get that perfect shot. And here, again, we have Alexander Remnev, this time perched over the skyline in Hong Kong, looking extremely chilled out while gambling with his life. We get it, Horseshoe Bend is a stunning photo backdrop. You dont want to end up in intensive care, or worse, just because you had to get the perfect picture. The men, all non-swimmers, set up a camera on the water's edge to pose for a photo together but began struggling to stay afloat inGauridham Kund, India. 20:42 GMT 04 Oct 2021. Still, if she fell backwards while pulling off this silly stunt, she could've been seriously hurt. We've seen the movie "Twister," and we know tornados can switch direction really fast! Like many on our list, this adventurous selfie-taker seems well aware of the risks involved. People really don't seem to be afraid of volcanoes. In January 2020, Madalyn Davis, 21,plunged 100ft after climbing over a fence to pose for a sunrise photoin Diamond Bay near Sydney, Australia. More people have died taking selfies than from shark attacks, so it looks like this daredevil is tempting death while encouraging others to do the same. Electrocution while taking a selfie is also another common cause of death. The climb was not a first for Lau. View our online Press Pack. The chopper came down in the East River and they drowned as a result of not being able to take off harnesses that kept them tied to the doorless aircraft so they could take their pictures. The former Soviet Unionhad to issue selfie guidelines after citizens wounded themselves with self-inflicted gunshots, pulling pins out of grenades and touching live wires. OK, here's a volcano shot we can kind of get behind. She cites two studies that examined the prevalence of Facebook selfies in a sample of over 1,000 people. And frankly, we're disturbed. But the following shots, we think, took things too far. like the teen who fell to his death from a rooftop mall. Pictures like this prove that dangerous selfies constitute one of the dumbest tourist behaviors ever. Among female respondents, the number of selfie posts was associated only with a sub-division of narcissism called 'admiration demand,' defined as 'feeling entitled to special status or privileges and feeling superior to others. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency chastised these photo-takers, saying, "No selfie is worth risking your life for.". "I'm talking about the people that don't have enough money to get into the penthouse views.". The Taj Mahal is a place of great beauty, but when a Japanese tourist tried to capture himself in the beauty with the help of a selfie stick, he fell down a series of steps and passed because of head injuries at the local hospital. Train selfies became such a problem in places like Sri Lanka and India that they have been banned. Here, he takes a selfie from high above Shanghai, China, with fellow stuntman Erik Biedron. In 2018, a man was hit by a train trying to take the perfect picture. Alex Gomez, 36, of California, was badly bitten in August 2015 when he tried to take a selfie with a four-foot rattlesnake. The 43 year old died along with six other staff members and friends. Most humans are scared of sharks. At least he's not at the very edge? They are called: Saturday and Sunday., The haunting photo has since been inundated with condolences, with one bereaved fan writing, RIP dont wanna believe this happened to you., Another lamented, thought better days are coming when Saturday and Sunday? The unnamed pair fell hundreds of feet from the scenic Cabo da Raca coastline, after apparently crossing a safety barrier in their quest for a striking picture. The influencer had decided to take selfies at the edge of a waterfall at the parks Pineapple Mountain site a locale popular with hikers at sunset when she apparently lost her footing and fell into the 16-foot pool below. In one shot, a woman is holding a man's legs as he peers over the edge, while in another another woman is inches from the edge as a friend holds onto her jacket. But death by selfie at a temple built for human sacrifice begs the question: How far would you go to get that killer shot? 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, Young mom dies hours after getting liposuction at a shopping center, Missing dads remains found in sharks stomach, family IDs him by tattoos, Boy, 8, hospitalized after getting hung from neck by rope ladder at PA amusement park, Mom of two dies in skydiving accident during solo jump, Emmy nominations 2021: Complete list of nominees announced, 11-year-old reads aloud from 'pornographic' book he checked out from library at school board meeting, Mike McCarthy shreds ex-Cowboys coordinator after firing, Canadian teacher with size-Z prosthetic breasts placed on paid leave, 'Jeopardy!' Earlier this year we reported a girl in India taking selfies drowned when she was accidentally knocked into a river by an oblivious tourist. Thomas has more than 30,000 followers on Instagram. Some 62 people have died or been hurt on tracks, 38 on cliffs and 24 on rivers, figures compiled by inkifi.com using media reports from around the world reveal. Once again, this photographer is fully aware of the dangers involved in his stunting. As pandemic lockdowns ease, the number of selfie deaths has leaped from seven in 2020 to 24 in the first three-quarters of 2021. We're not trying to criticize your work ethic, but should you really be taking selfies while jumping out of a plane, be it for combat or training? More than 250 people have met their deaths while attempting to take the perfect selfie since 2011, according to the first study of its kind. Between 2011 and 2017, 259 people were reported killed worldwide in selfie-related incidents. The Independent reports that Courtney Sanford's status declaring her love for the tune, accompanied by a selfie taken at the wheel, appeared on Facebook just one minute before police received reports of a collision involving Sanford's vehicle. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. he asks in the caption. According to the National Safety Council, 1.6 million crashes a year are caused by cellphone use while driving. What friend thought taking a photo of a friend goofing off like this for a photo was a good idea? Three children in Russia died when they were hit by a train in the Nadezhdinsky diestrict while taking selfie on railway. This cliffside in Greece is beautiful and all, but no thanks. Taking in the views of Mistras, Greece, from the top of Villehardouin's Castle is acceptable. . Oh, wait. Sadness ranking:-5/10. Between 2011 and 2017, 259 people died in the pursuit of one, according to a study published by Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care. The video continues as he crashes into the canoe and truck. Just for the record, you're not allowed to climb on the Brooklyn Bridge. Turnips vs. tomatoes: should salad crisis force UK shoppers back to their roots? Yep, these selfie-takers really aren't selling the whole active volcano thing. Individuals who are afraid of heights might want to skip this perch in Norway. This has prompted some wildlife parks to tighten regulations as officials worry people will take selfies with wild bears. We've received your submission. Remember, you cant get likes if youre not alive. The following year, a 32-year-old Spaniard was gored to death when he entered the running area to snap a selfie. You gotta wonder what kind of music he's listening to perhaps "Free Fallin'" by Tom Petty? This one was shot at the Kilauea Volcano. ', Walters pointed out the statistics don't account for the thousands of non-fatal injuries that take place each year in the pursuit of 'likes.'. But more people have died taking selfies than were killed by sharks. But be careful out there, folks! National Geographic explorer and "storm chaser" George Kourounis is known for his, frankly, kind of insane photos and selfies. "I steal views from the rich and I give to the people who are less fortunate," Thomas told CBS News, likening himself to Robin Hood. The country also saw 48 people injured when they were taking selfies during a bakery fire in Chennai. Here's another man taking a selfie during Pamplona, Spain's famous bull run. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. THE deadly passion for selfies has now claimed the lives of 330 people across the globe, shocking new figures show. While selfies are sometimes considered tools for empowerment, numerous studies have linked looking at selfies to body-image issues among young women. This man jumped into the water to get this selfie, but in his defense, he said the snake was floating, which meant it had already eaten. In January 2017, YouTuber and stuntman CassOnline posted a GoPro selfie video atop London's Tower Bridge. This Instagrammer said he was "trying to take a photo before being squished." Some might even say too dangerous. Yes, we know this spot in Rio is an optical illusion and that there is actually ground very close to the protruding rock. 10- Last Selfie On a Plane Jenni Rivera was a famous singer for Mexican music and her sudden death in a plane crash on December 9th, 2012 shocked everyone. A 3-for-1 danger. How did Vladimir Putin lose half of Russia's elite paratroopers? Their two children, aged five and six, witnessed the tragedy but were otherwise unharmed, the Daily Mail reports. We are no longer accepting comments on this article. The woman suffered a severed leg and later died in hospital. Suspects Charged in Tinder Murder: How Dangerous Is App Dating? In May 2014, Lee Thompson, founder of the adventure travel company The Flash Pack, persuaded the Brazilian tourism board to let him climb the city's world-famous Christ the Redeemer statue. Always make your living doing something you enjoy. Wu Yongning, 26,died in November 2017 after falling from a 62-story building in the city of Changsha, China. While balancing on a rock staircase in Oran, Algeria, this hiker flashed a peace-sign gesture. The study found a steep rise in selfie deaths, from two in 2011 to 98 in 2016, USA Today reports. "Do you know how many people in the world have died due to selfie incidents?" 18:29 GMT 04 Oct 2021 Three countries stand out as having the most selfie deaths injuries India, which has seen 176 related to taking selfies, the United States with 26 and Russia with 19. Ever since cellphones started coming with a camera, the most popular thing to do has been to take a selfie, a picture of yourself, and post in on Instagram, Twitter, and/or Facebook. This much closer to the sun, we really hope they're wearing sunblock. In Croatia, two men climbed onto a container on a train where they wanted to take a selfie and one was killed as a result of an electric shock of 25,000 volts. Some people regularly take photos they know to be precarious; others have posted a questionable shot or two, perhaps because they didn't fully understand the risks involved. Three countries stand out as having the most selfie deaths injuries India, which has seen 176 related to taking selfies, the United States with 26 and Russia with 19. In this photo, the skyscrapers of Hong Kong set the shocking scene. Nirupama Prajapati was standing on some boulders when a man, also taking pictures, took a step backwards and tripped - causing her to accidentally fall into the turbulent waters below. But did you know it can turn deadly? Here are just six examples of selfies that led to a fatal accident: In February, a 24-year-old Thai woman was hit and killed by a train while attempting to take a picture of herself and her friend on a Bangkok rail track. 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Next time you are setting up a thermal camera to record lava lake activity, you might as well snap a quick selfie. But the pastime comes with great risks. The men, all non-swimmers, set up a camera on the water's edge to pose for a photo together but began struggling to stay afloat inGauridham Kund, India. Cheungs not the first to perish while snapping an ill-advised pic. "Seems like a good place to stop and have a banana," said no one but the three people in this photo. Police search allotment sheds for Constance Marten's missing baby. Narcissists tend to overrate their talents and respond with anger to criticism. Find out more on CBSN: On Assignment. These days taking selfies is a favorite pastime around the world. Then, we noticed the kid hanging off the back of the bike! Two Brits died after a 30ft fall as they tried to take a selfie on Spains Costa Blanca in 2019. A Hong Kong Instagram star tragically plummeted to her death after she slipped while snapping a selfie at a waterfall. Thousands of "urban explorers" or "roofers" across the world have taken to scaling skyscrapers, cranes and bridges to capture the perfect shot. The shocking incident occurred after Sofia Cheung, 32, and three friends. The country also saw 48 people injured when they were taking selfies during a bakery fire in Chennai. Millions of people hold up their phones every day to snap a selfie to share with friends. Nonetheless, alligators are one of the most dangerous animals on Earth, so we probably wouldn't want to get close to a gator in pursuit of a great selfie, as this guy did in the Florida Everglades. Writing for Psychology Today, Peter Gray describes narcissism as 'an inflated view of the self, coupled with a relative indifference to others.'. This man climbed Mount Evans in the Rocky Mountains and knew his cliffside shot was dangerous he even joked about giving his mom a heart attack. This man took a selfie as a speeding train passed by, with a friend videotaping the entire thing. Japanese astronaut bravely took this shot, which required a special camera, while visiting the International Space Station. Cliff edges are a natural place to take a selfie but they are also sadly the scene of deaths. Ervin Punkar climbs to great heights to take captivating selfies. THE deadly passion for selfies has now claimed the lives of 330 people across the globe, shocking new figures show. will gonna miss your chat every day. David Karnauch told CBS he walked across an overhead beam and took the selfie while standing on a side railing. A teenage boy in India shot himself in the head while posing for a selfie with his father's .32 caliber pistol. The never-ending pursuit of the ultimate shot for social media sharing has reached a startling new height: 8,000 feet above sea level. "I don't always take selfies, but when I do, they're dangerous," he writes. Eagle Point is a popular spot along Grand Canyon West, but most tourists don't get this close to the edge. Umm, yeah. I love you always. Yongning was known to post dramatic videos of himself atop tall buildings without using safety equipment. The World Animal Protection organization has started a campaign advocating that people stop taking selfies with wild animals, as seen here in Thailand. "I always went there for sunsets," Punkar told CBS News. The shocking incident occurred after Sofia Cheung, 32, and three friends embarked on a trip to Ha Pak Lai park around 11 a.m. Saturday, the Sun reported. But stories of fatalities, like the teen who fell to his death from a rooftop mall, don't seem to be stopping people from acting like hotshots on social media. This volcano has been erupting continuously for several hundred years. However, the trend may finally be on the wane, with the number of selfie deaths last year dropping . We are just sayin'. "I could sit there for hours.". Sports reporter Kelly Nash was taking selfies at during a 2013 batting practice when a ball whizzed by her head. Human-wildlife conflict is a pressing issue greatly affecting the chances of survival for many animals on our planet, including elephants. Here, he poses with friends in Shanghai, looking like he hasn't got a care in the world. She shared heartbreaking post, admitting her heart breaks for her grieving boys By Kylie Stevens For Daily Mail Australia Published: 18:53 EDT, 13 September 2022 | Updated: 18:53 EDT, 13 September. Unfortunately, two selfie-related deaths have taken place here since 2018. But did you know it can turn deadly? This is NOT recommended by any conversationists. Some outlets have taken to calling it a "spacie.". Standing too close to water bodies, like for example, standing on top of a waterfall. The lake is considered safe for snorkeling, with only scuba diving off-limits to tourists not because of the jellyfish, but due to high concentrations of hydrogen sulfide in the water. Electrocution while taking a selfie is also another common cause of death. In 2016, a man from Concrete, Washington,fatally shot himself in the face while trying to take a selfie. Phew. Dear train conductor: We don't know who you are but thank you for giving this train selfie-taker a swift one! Good thing he was wearing that protective suit! Know what you know; It's futile to predict the economy and interest rates; You have plenty of time to identify and recognize exceptional companies; Avoid long shots; Good management is very important - buy good businesses; Be flexible and humble, and learn from mistakes Avoid places with fast moving vehicles. / CBS NEWS. The bear was later treated for its injuries. 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The Daily Telegraph notes that Aguilar's Facebook profile was full of snaps showing him posing alongside drinks, cars and women. Men in the sample who posted a greater number of selfies were more likely to show evidence of narcissism. The selfie perishmentson this list are horrible, but they should be shared so no one else has to suffer a selfie injury for the sake getting a great photo. His family said that he was due to begin classes at a local community college within the month. The amount of young people who have passedwhiletaking a selfie is staggering. Just saying. The U.K. doesn't often get hurricane-force winds, so why not get as close to the ocean as possible to see the giant waves for yourself? Photographer Nadia Aly took this selfie with tons of jellyfish as she was scuba diving in the appropriately-named Jellyfish Lake in Palau, Oceania. And while that research didn't account for this particular type of cellphone use, it's safe to say "clowning around" like this is highly irresponsible. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Just one of the most dangerous sea animals. Fatal poses with walruses, bulls and even a live grenade, People will do crazy things to get the best selfie to share on social media, Death by Selfie: 11 Disturbing Stories of Social Media Pics Gone Wrong. Is this woman seriously so busy that she's looking at her other cellphone while snapping this selfie? In 2017, eight men, aged 21 and 28 died when then they went to one side of a boat to take a group selfie and drowned when they capsized the vessel on a reservoir near Nagpur in India. Men are more than twice as likely to die in the pursuit of a selfie than women, 64 percent to 30 percent, according to the report. These days taking selfies is a favorite pastime around the world. 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