Report Claims National Parks Instructed to Stay Silent on Deaths

Reports indicate a directive issued to National Park Service staff. The instruction reportedly told employees to stay silent on deaths. This guidance comes from an internal memo within the organization. The policy aims to control public information about fatalities in parks. Critics argue this limits transparency regarding safety incidents. The memo reportedly outlines specific communication protocols for staff. This raises concerns about the public's right to know about park dangers. The National Park Service has faced scrutiny over safety communication.