On November 24, 2009, John Edward Jones became trapped in Nutty Putty Cave in Utah. He was exploring the cave with his family and friends when he squeezed through a tight passage and became stuck. Rescuers worked for 28 hours to try to free him, but they were unable to do so. Jones died in the cave on November 25, 2009.
The cave was sealed off after Jones’ death in 2010 and the body was never recovered. The incident was a tragedy, but it also led to changes in cave safety regulations. The Nutty Putty Cave incident is a reminder of the dangers of cave exploration and the importance of being prepared.
Jones was an experienced caver, but he had never been to Nutty Putty Cave before.
The passage where Jones became stuck was called “The Birth Canal.” It was a narrow, twisting passage that was only about 18 inches wide.
It is important to be aware of the risks involved before entering a cave, and to take all necessary safety precautions.